Bernini depicts his David at exactly the same moment in the story as the versions by his predecessors Donatello and Michelangelo.

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Bernini's David is depicted at the moment of action, winding up to sling the stone at Goliath, whereas Donatello and Michelangelo's versions show David after the battle with Goliath and before the battle, respectively, not in the midst of action.

Bernini Depicts His David at Exactly the Same Moment in the Story