Study of St. Anne, Mary, the Christ Child and the young St. John 1503

This 1503 drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, "Study of St. Anne, Mary, the Christ Child and the young St. John", is a preliminary sketch for one of his most famous paintings, the "Virgin and Child with St. Anne". The composition of the drawing is typical of da Vinci's later works, with a focus on the figures' anatomical detail and their intricate interactions. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques creates a sense of volume and depth, characteristic of his artistic style.