Copy of Annibale Carracci's St. Roch Giving Alms

About this work

This drawing shows a crowded scene inside a building with arches. A man in the center stands on a raised platform, handing something to a kneeling woman. Around them, a mix of people—some standing, some sitting, others lying on the ground—watch closely. The figures look rough and busy, with simple clothes and tired faces. The artist packed a lot of emotion into the small details: one child clutches a toy, while another person holds a basket. The light comes from the top right, making some faces glow while others stay in shadow. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how light and dark create drama in art.