God the Father 1553 - 1626

"God the Father" is a red chalk drawing on paper created by Pomarancio (Cristoforo Roncalli) between 1553 and 1626. The drawing depicts God the Father in a seated position, his hand raised in a gesture of blessing, holding a scepter in the other. The figure appears to be floating on clouds, suggesting his divine nature. This preliminary drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates Pomarancio's mastery of anatomical representation and the dynamic portrayal of movement. It is a prime example of Renaissance-era art and its focus on religious iconography.