Schrijvende heilige Johannes op de wolken 1522 - 1583

This red chalk drawing by Bernardino Lanino depicts the apostle John, seated upon a cloud and writing in a book. The drawing, dating from 1522-1583, is a preparatory study for a larger composition. John's figure is rendered in a naturalistic style, with detailed attention to drapery and anatomy, characteristic of Lanino's artistic approach. This intimate study exemplifies Lanino's skill as a draftsman, capturing the apostle's contemplative pose and the texture of the cloud, emphasizing the spiritual aspect of the subject.