The Assumption of the Virgin 1650 - 1710

"The Assumption of the Virgin" (1650-1710), a drawing by French artist Michel Corneille the Younger (1642-1708), depicts the Virgin Mary being lifted to heaven by angels. The scene is full of movement, with the Virgin Mary's body and drapery flowing upwards and the angels surrounding her. This drawing is considered a preparatory study for a larger painting, and it showcases Corneille's skill in capturing the dynamism of a religious scene. The use of monochrome creates a sense of depth and emphasizes the strong lines and contours of the figures. The drawing is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.