St Sebastian 1548 - 1628

This drawing of St. Sebastian by Jacopo Palma (il Giovane) is a preparatory study for a larger painting. Executed in brown ink and white chalk on blue paper, the drawing depicts the saint in a dynamic pose, his body contorted by the weight of the arrows that pierce his flesh. This detailed anatomical study showcases Palma's artistic skill and his ability to convey both physical and spiritual suffering. The artwork is currently housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.