The artist behind the sculpture "David" is Michelangelo Buonarroti, an Italian Renaissance sculptor. Created between 1501 and 1504, this stunning marble statue represents the Biblical hero David, capturing the moment before he battles Goliath. Michelangelo’s "David" is celebrated for its detailed anatomy, expression, and the mastery of marble carving, showcasing the artist's exceptional skill and understanding of human form. The statue exemplifies Renaissance ideals of beauty and humanism and is considered a masterpiece of Western art. Originally commissioned for a cathedral, it now stands in the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence, Italy.