Study to Crucifixion 1541

Michelangelo’s 1541 "Study for Crucifixion" is a powerful black chalk drawing that showcases the artist's mastery of anatomy and his ability to capture the emotional intensity of a religious subject. This preparatory drawing, currently housed at the British Museum, is an example of Michelangelo's meticulous approach to his art, where he explored different compositions and perspectives before undertaking his large-scale projects. The drawing depicts a dramatic and detailed figure of Christ on the cross, with the skull of Adam at the base of the cross, reflecting the theological concept of Christ's sacrifice as a redemptive act for mankind.