Self Portrait
Johann Zoffany's "Self Portrait as David with the Head of Goliath," painted in 1805, is far more than a simple depiction of an artist contemplating his own likeness. It’s a meticulously constructed tableau vivant—a staged scene brimming with classical allusion, theatricality, and a subtle, almost unsettling, exploration of identity and artistic ambition. This remarkable work, housed within the Google Art Project, offers a captivating glimpse into the mind of a…









