The Agony in the Garden 1450

"The Agony in the Garden" is a drawing by Jacopo Bellini, created around 1450. The artwork depicts a scene from the Gospel of Matthew, where Jesus is shown praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, while his disciples sleep nearby. Bellini's drawing is notable for its expressive depiction of Christ's anguish, conveyed through the figure's contorted pose and the swirling lines of his robe. The use of a single sheet of paper and the artist's masterful handling of pen and ink create a sense of intimacy and immediacy, immersing the viewer in the emotional intensity of the scene.