Portrait of a Young Man Holding a Sword by Giovanni Battista Piazzetta

Portrait of a Young Man Holding a Sword c. 1735

drawing, print, paper, inorganic-material, chalk, charcoal, black-chalk

drawing

print

charcoal drawing

paper

charcoal art

oil painting

portrait reference

inorganic-material

plant

chalk

water

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

charcoal

facial portrait

italy

portrait art

black-chalk

fine art portrait

digital portrait

Giovanni Battista Piazzetta's "Portrait of a Young Man Holding a Sword" (c. 1735) is a striking charcoal drawing that captures the essence of a young man's bearing. The subject's intense gaze, the intricate detail of his clothing, and the dramatic use of light and shadow contribute to a sense of immediacy and realism. The young man's confident stance and the sword he holds suggest a powerful and perhaps even dangerous personality. The drawing exemplifies Piazzetta's mastery of the medium, showcasing his ability to evoke emotion and character through subtle variations in tone and texture.