After Mantegna 

Larry Day’s “After Mantegna” is a graphite drawing that depicts a scene of numerous figures in an outdoor setting. The figures are drawn in a classical style, reminiscent of the work of Andrea Mantegna, the Italian Renaissance painter, hence the title. The drawing is filled with detailed anatomical studies of the human form. The setting, with its depiction of a tree and a wooden chest, suggests an ancient mythological scene, while the figures, with their relaxed poses, create a sense of serenity. This work exemplifies Day’s interest in both classical and contemporary art.