Christ the Redeemer, Christ calls the afflicted to himself (Sketch) 1877

Albert Maignan's 1877 sketch, "Christ the Redeemer, Christ calls the afflicted to himself," depicts Christ in a haloed crown, seated above a group of suffering individuals. The sketch, housed in the Petit Palais, Paris, is a dramatic portrayal of Christ's compassion for the afflicted. Maignan's sketch utilizes chiaroscuro, contrasting light and dark, to emphasize the emotional weight of the scene, creating a sense of both pathos and divine intervention. The sketch serves as a preparatory study for a larger painting, highlighting Maignan's stylistic approach and his exploration of religious themes in his artwork.