A Striding Youth with His Arms Raised, Seen from Behind c. 1579

This is a charcoal drawing on paper by the prominent Venetian artist Jacopo Tintoretto. Created around 1579, it depicts a striding youth seen from behind with his arms raised. The drawing is a study for a larger composition and showcases Tintoretto's skill in capturing the human figure in motion, with expressive lines defining the youth's anatomy. The drawing is a powerful example of Tintoretto's mastery of the figure and a testament to his use of charcoal for preparatory studies.