Heilige Franciscus van Assisi, de heilige Michaël en de Heilige Geest 1892 - 1901

This is a preliminary sketch for an altarpiece created by Antoon Derkinderen between 1892 and 1901. The artwork depicts the figures of Saint Francis of Assisi, Saint Michael and the Holy Spirit. Derkinderen uses a simple pencil to outline the figures, which are positioned in a way that suggests the final altarpiece would be visually dynamic, incorporating the imagery of the Holy Spirit in a dramatic manner. These sketches by Derkinderen offer a unique insight into the artist’s creative process and the evolution of an artwork.