Man of Sorrows, after Guido Reni (recto); Studies of arm and hands (verso) 1600 - 1700

This anonymous drawing, titled "Man of Sorrows, after Guido Reni," is a study of the traditional image of Christ in suffering. Dated to the 17th century, it is a graphite drawing on paper depicting Christ with a crown of thorns and a sorrowful expression. The artist, likely an Italian, uses detailed hatching to capture the texture of Christ’s hair, beard, and crown of thorns. The drawing is a testament to the enduring power of religious art, demonstrating how artists continue to reinterpret classic themes in new ways.