Adoration of the Host n.d.

Luigi Garzi's "Adoration of the Host" is a drawing that depicts a scene of celestial worship. The central figure is a bearded, robed figure, likely a representation of God, enthroned in clouds and radiating light, with a monstrance, a sacred vessel containing the consecrated host, at the center. Surrounding him are numerous angels and cherubs, some with wings, some without. The scene is rendered in a delicate, fluid style with pen and ink washes, capturing a sense of both awe and intimacy. Garzi was an Italian artist known for his drawings and paintings, creating works that are both devotional and aesthetically pleasing. This drawing would have been a study for a larger composition, allowing Garzi to experiment with the composition and the depiction of light and movement.