Twee armen en een hand 1519 - 1566

"Twee armen en een hand" (Two Arms and a Hand), a study in pen and ink by Daniele da Volterra, is a masterful example of anatomical drawing. Dated between 1519 and 1566, the piece showcases da Volterra's keen observation of the human form, meticulously capturing the muscles, tendons, and bones of the arms and hands. The artist's emphasis on realism and precise detail reflects the influence of the High Renaissance, and this study likely served as preparatory work for a larger composition. This drawing is a testament to da Volterra's skill and the enduring power of the human form in art.