Standing Franciscan Saint Holding Crucifix n.d.

This drawing by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Gaulli, also known as Baciccio, depicts a Franciscan saint holding a crucifix. The saint is surrounded by two cherubs, one of whom holds a key. The dynamic composition and use of light and shadow are characteristic of the artist's Baroque style. This drawing likely served as a preparatory study for a larger painting or fresco. The work demonstrates Gaulli's skill in capturing both the spiritual and physical aspects of his subject.