Academic Arm, Extended 1500 - 1510

This drawing, created between 1500 and 1510, showcases an extended arm with detailed musculature, typical of the High Renaissance. Attributed to the workshop of Michelangelo Buonarroti, the "Academic Arm, Extended" is a striking example of anatomical studies common during this period. The artist, a follower of Michelangelo, meticulously rendered the form using hatching and cross-hatching techniques, creating a sense of volume and depth. This drawing offers a glimpse into the artistic practices of the workshop and its fascination with the human body.