A saint holding a crucifix, an angel at right approaching with a papal tiara 1845 - 1895

This anonymous 19th-century drawing depicts a saint holding a crucifix, with an angel approaching him from the right, carrying a papal tiara. The drawing, likely made in the 1840s or 1890s, is executed in black ink and is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. The artist has captured the saint's pious devotion and the angel's reverence, using detailed strokes to convey the dramatic lighting and the depth of the scene. This piece highlights the visual aesthetics of religious art during the 19th century, often exploring themes of faith, divine intervention, and the spiritual journey.