A Bishop in Ecstasy 1600 - 1700

"A Bishop in Ecstasy" is an anonymous drawing from the 17th century depicting a bishop in a state of spiritual exaltation. Surrounded by clouds and cherubs, the bishop's ecstatic expression and outstretched hands suggest divine inspiration or a mystical experience. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the bishop's dramatic pose. The drawing, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the devotional art of the Baroque period, focusing on religious themes and heightened emotionalism.