Twee elkaar omhelzende apostelen en drie engelen 1609 - 1660

"Twee elkaar omhelzende apostelen en drie engelen," (Two Embracing Apostles and Three Angels) is a drawing by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Vanni, created sometime between 1609 and 1660. The artwork features five figures, with two central apostles embracing, while three angels surround them, with one holding a torch aloft. The figures are drawn in a dramatic and expressive style characteristic of the Baroque period. Vanni, known for his mastery of drawing, used a delicate hatching technique to render the forms and textures of the figures, creating a sense of depth and realism. The scene depicts a moment of intense emotion, likely inspired by a religious narrative. The drawing captures the energy and dynamism of the Baroque style, a period known for its emphasis on movement, theatricality, and emotion.