God Seated on the World 1540 - 1545

This intricate pen drawing by Antonio Fantuzzi, created between 1540 and 1545, depicts a powerful and complex scene. A figure resembling God, with a long beard and flowing robes, sits atop a globe, surrounded by cherubs and angels. The composition is dynamic, with figures in various poses, and the use of light and shadow adds depth and drama. The work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a striking example of Renaissance art and its focus on religious themes.