Study of a Sculptural Group with Evangelists Carrying the Globe 1856

This 1856 pencil drawing by Józef Simmler is a study for a sculptural group depicting evangelists carrying a globe. The drawing shows a single figure standing atop a globe, with four other figures surrounding the base. The central figure, likely an evangelist, is depicted in a dramatic pose, with their arm extended upwards. The four figures around the base seem to be supporting the globe and the figure above, representing the idea of the evangelists carrying the word of God throughout the world. The overall design of the sculpture is complex and symbolic, showcasing the artistic vision of Simmler, a Polish artist active in the mid-19th century.