St Sebastian 1500 - 1536

"St Sebastian" is a red chalk drawing on paper by Polidoro da Caravaggio, a prominent artist of the Italian Renaissance. The artwork, which is currently housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts the saint bound to a tree and features detailed anatomical studies, characteristic of the artist's style. This drawing is likely a preparatory study for a larger painting, showcasing Caravaggio's skill in capturing the human form and his interest in depicting religious subjects.