Engel op wolken 1610 - 1630

"Engel op wolken" (Angel on Clouds) is a drawing created between 1610 and 1630 by Pietro Bernardi, a 17th-century Italian artist known for his drawings and sculptures. This black chalk on paper drawing depicts a single angel in a dramatic pose, appearing to float on clouds. The angel's body is rendered with a sense of movement and grace, typical of Bernardi's style. The artist’s preference for black chalk can be seen in the drawing’s strong contrasts of light and dark. Bernardi's work, characterized by its meticulous detail and emotive expression, is often admired by art enthusiasts for its masterful depiction of the human form.