God the Father with Angels Holding Symbols of the Passion 1647 - 1651

This preparatory drawing, created by Pietro da Cortona between 1647 and 1651, depicts God the Father, surrounded by angels, holding symbols of the Passion. The drawing, executed in black chalk on paper, showcases the Baroque artist's dynamic composition and expressive use of line. It likely served as a study for a larger, more finished work. The use of hatching and shading gives the drawing a sense of depth and volume, hinting at the grandeur of the final artwork. The drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides insight into Cortona's artistic process and the theological themes explored in his work.