Schets van een been 1513 - 1540

"Schets van een been," a red chalk drawing by Parmigianino, showcases the artist's meticulous study of human anatomy. The drawing, dating from 1513-1540, depicts a leg from the knee down, rendered with detailed hatching and shading. It is likely a preparatory study for a larger work, reflecting Parmigianino's interest in the classical ideal of beauty. This small-scale work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artist's precision and attention to detail, characteristic of the High Renaissance period.