Vier engelen Possibly 1786

Francesco Bartolozzi’s “Vier engelen” (possibly dated 1786) is a striking red chalk drawing depicting the heads and shoulders of four angels. The central angel is the focus, their gaze lowered and their face captured in exquisite detail. The surrounding angels peer in at the central figure, adding a sense of intimacy and curiosity to the composition. Bartolozzi's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of volume and depth, emphasizing the delicate features and soft textures of the angelic figures. This captivating drawing, likely executed during the artist’s prolific career in the late 18th century, exemplifies Bartolozzi's talent for capturing human emotions and expressions with remarkable sensitivity.