Christus und die kniende Gestalt aus der _Krankenheilung am Teich von Bethesda_ c. 1600

This drawing, _Christus und die kniende Gestalt aus der Krankenheilung am Teich von Bethesda_, was made by Ferraù Fenzoni, likely in preparation for a larger painting. The artist used pen and brown ink, a relatively inexpensive and accessible medium, allowing for quick, fluid lines. The marks across the sheet are a record of Fenzoni's process, each stroke revealing his hand in the act of creation. The rapidly sketched figures create a dynamic sense of movement and energy. You can see the artist thinking on paper, as he explores different poses and compositions for his figures. The transparency of the ink allows us to see the layers of mark-making, the pentimenti, revealing the artist's thought process as he refines his composition. The drawing's immediacy and intimacy invite us to consider the artist's labor and skill. Ultimately, the value of this drawing lies not only in its final form, but also in the visible traces of its making. It encourages us to appreciate the artist's creative process.