Der Heilige Antonius mit dem Kind 

This preliminary sketch by Martin Johann Schmidt, also known as Kremser-Schmidt, depicts a scene of St. Anthony holding a small child. The drawing is characterized by delicate, loose lines and features a figure of St. Anthony standing in a niche. The drawing is a preparatory study for a larger work, possibly an altarpiece, and exemplifies the artist's skill in composition and figure drawing. The composition suggests a narrative scene and might depict a moment of Saint Anthony’s devotion or a miracle involving a child. This sketch provides a glimpse into the artistic process of Kremser-Schmidt, a prominent Baroque artist who was renowned for his dramatic compositions and vibrant colors.