Saturn c. 1540 - 1550

"Saturn" is a drawing on paper by Italian Renaissance artist Niccolò Vicentino. Completed sometime between 1540 and 1550, the drawing features a dramatic depiction of the Roman god Saturn, rendered in a delicate and expressive style. The winged figure appears to be bound, with a small angel figure manipulating ropes above. The drawing demonstrates Vicentino's exceptional skill in rendering anatomy and movement, creating a captivating scene of struggle and restraint. The work, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Vicentino's artistic talent and the power of drawing as a medium for conveying emotion and narrative.