A naked man (Ignudo), twisting towards the right, holding drapery, after Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment' fresco in the Sistine Chapel 1580 - 1590

This etching by Cherubino Alberti, created between 1580-1590, is a study of a single figure from Michelangelo's "The Last Judgment" fresco in the Sistine Chapel. Alberti expertly captures the dynamic pose and muscularity of the figure, highlighting the anatomical detail and powerful energy of Michelangelo's original work. The piece serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Michelangelo on later generations of artists, demonstrating the power of his art to inspire and inform artistic practice. The etching, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a unique perspective on a seminal work of Renaissance art.