Study for a Christ 1490

This pen and ink drawing by Andrea Mantegna, created in 1490, is a study for a larger depiction of Christ. The figure, rendered with masterful precision, lies upon a stone platform. Mantegna's work is renowned for its anatomical accuracy and dramatic use of perspective. The study's emphasis on the body's form and position would have served as preparatory work for a larger composition, showcasing Mantegna's meticulous approach to artistic creation. The drawing, now housed at the British Museum, provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process and the evolution of his artistic vision.