Forearm Study 1514

"Forearm Study" is a charcoal drawing on paper by German Renaissance artist Matthias Grünewald, dated 1514. The drawing, held in the Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany, depicts two intertwined forearms with meticulous detail. Grünewald is known for his expressive and emotive style in painting and drawing, which are often influenced by anatomical studies. This study, with its focus on form and texture, demonstrates his dedication to understanding the human body.