Vier kerkvaders 1542 - 1546

Domenico Beccafumi's "Vier kerkvaders" is a 16th-century drawing of four Church Fathers engaged in the act of writing or reading. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a masterful example of Beccafumi's distinctive style, characterized by precise lines and a sense of depth and realism. The composition captures the men in a moment of intellectual pursuit, highlighting the importance of scholarly tradition during the Renaissance. The work, created in the mid-16th century, likely reflects Beccafumi's interest in historical and religious themes.