Study of Four Saints 1525 - 1534

"Study of Four Saints" is a red chalk drawing by the Italian High Renaissance artist Correggio, created between 1525 and 1534. It is a preparatory study for a larger fresco, likely depicting four saints. The drawing is notable for its meticulous detail and graceful figures, showcasing Correggio's mastery of form and composition. The underlying grid visible on the paper suggests Correggio’s use of the grid system for translating his composition from a small scale drawing to a much larger fresco, a technique common to Renaissance artists. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.