David with the Head of Goliath

In his left hand, he grips the hair of Goliath decapitated head, which is suspended in the air. It appears his death occurred while screaming as his mouth was left partially open, and his gaze appears sightless with blood dripping from is detached head. David gazes at the head with a downward expression. This expression has been the source of much debate. Some believe he is showing remorse while others believe he is showing triumph. In his right hand, David holds a sword which he used against Goliath. Upon closer inspection the sword has the following letters inscribed on it “H AS OS”. It is believed to be an abbreviation of a latin phrase which means "humility shall kill pride".