Study of a Young Man with his Hands tied behind his back 1438

This drawing by the Italian artist Pisanello, also known as Antonio Pisano, is a study for a larger artwork. It depicts a young man from behind, his hands bound together and his back to the viewer. The drawing’s simple composition and focus on anatomical accuracy are characteristic of Pisanello’s style, which bridged the late Gothic and early Renaissance periods. This work, dated 1438, offers insight into Pisanello's artistic process, particularly his masterful rendering of the human form.