Madonna and Child with Saints Roch and Sebastian 1500 - 1535

This drawing, “Madonna and Child with Saints Roch and Sebastian,” by Michele da Verona, showcases the artist's masterful use of line and tone to create a visually arresting depiction of a sacred scene. The composition, with its central Madonna and Child flanked by the kneeling figures of Saints Roch and Sebastian, exemplifies the Renaissance interest in balance and harmony. The artist's subtle shading and delicate outlines imbue the figures with a sense of weight and presence, while the faint traces of color add a touch of warmth and depth. This drawing, created between 1500 and 1535, is a testament to Michele da Verona's skill as a draftsman and his ability to capture the essence of religious devotion in a single, powerful image.