Bovenlijf van een sater-achtige man met opgeheven arm 1745 - 1750

This pen and ink drawing by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, titled “Bovenlijf van een sater-achtige man met opgeheven arm,” depicts the upper torso of a satyr-like man with his arm raised. The work, created between 1745-1750, showcases Piranesi's skill in capturing anatomical detail and the dynamic pose of the figure. The drawing is a study for a larger work and provides insight into Piranesi's creative process, highlighting his interest in classical mythology and the human form. The drawing is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.