Olympus (Surprise) 1535 - 1545

This drawing, "Olympus (Surprise)" by Niccolò Vicentino, depicts a figure with a flowing garment in an oval frame. The composition is a study of the human figure in motion and its placement within a defined space, highlighting the artist's interest in the dynamic representation of the human form. This drawing, dated 1535 - 1545, is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing movement and emotion through line and shadow, evident in the flowing fabric and the figure’s dynamic pose.