Studie naar een beeld van een leeuw 1480 - 1520

This anonymous drawing, "Studie naar een beeld van een leeuw," from the early 16th century, depicts a study for a sculpture of a lion’s head. The study is created with graphite on paper and is a preparatory sketch for a larger sculpture project. The viewer can see the artist's meticulous approach to capturing the lion’s anatomy, particularly evident in the detail of the mane and the subtle rendering of the facial features. The drawing is an important example of a preparatory work and its role in the artistic process. It's a simple drawing, but one that offers insight into the artist's creative mind and the process of sculpture development during this period.