Udkast til loftsdekoration 1612 - 1695

This is a preparatory drawing, or "Udkast til loftsdekoration", by French Baroque painter Pierre Mignard, dated between 1612 and 1695. The drawing depicts a central figure surrounded by angels, most likely a design for a ceiling decoration. The dynamic composition and use of hatching and shading suggest a sense of movement and depth, characteristic of Mignard's style, which was influenced by both Italian and French artistic traditions. This sketch, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides a glimpse into Mignard's creative process and his skill in translating figural compositions into architectural contexts.