Sts Cecilia and Valerianus at the organ 1570 - 1643

Giovanni Baglione's drawing, "Sts Cecilia and Valerianus at the organ," depicts the saints at an organ with an angel hovering above. The composition, created sometime between 1570 and 1643, is a study for a larger work, capturing the Baroque artist's interest in naturalism and religious themes. The drawing's intimate scale and the use of brown ink contribute to a sense of intimacy and immediacy. The careful rendering of the figures, with their expressive gestures and drapery, demonstrates Baglione's mastery of drawing technique. This work is a testament to the artist's skill and his ability to capture the essence of religious devotion.