Standing Figure of an Angel 1695 - 1705

"Standing Figure of an Angel" is a drawing by Pedro Duque Cornejo, a Spanish artist from the 17th and 18th centuries. This delicate pen drawing, created between 1695 and 1705, showcases Cornejo's skill in capturing the human form. The angel's flowing gown and outstretched wings are rendered with meticulous detail, conveying both grace and divine power. Currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this small-scale work offers an intimate glimpse into Cornejo's artistic process.