Christ disputing with the doctors: a sketch 1757 - 1825

"Christ Disputing with the Doctors" is a sketch by Baron Dominique Vivant Denon, a French artist and diplomat who lived from 1747 to 1825. The artwork depicts a scene from the New Testament, where a young Jesus engages in a debate with scholars in the Temple. Created sometime between 1757 and 1825, this sketch exhibits Denon's ability to capture movement and expression through his quick, gestural lines. The drawing is held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing its importance as a piece within a larger collection of artworks.