The Spies Returning from Canaan Possibly 1690

"The Spies Returning from Canaan" is a pen and wash drawing by Giacinto Calandrucci, possibly created around 1690. The drawing depicts a scene from the Old Testament story of the spies sent to scout out the land of Canaan. In the foreground, the spies are returning with grapes from the Promised Land, while in the background, angels ascend into heaven. This preparatory drawing showcases Calandrucci's skill in depicting both the human figures and the landscape, and the grid lines indicate that it was likely intended for a larger composition.