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Standing Young Man [verso]

Sperandio

1468

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Nude

Dominant colour

Standing Young Man [verso] is a 1468 ink by Sperandio, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Sperandio
When & what style?: 1468 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting features a young man standing in a relaxed pose, with his weight shifted onto one leg. His arms are bent at the elbows, and his hands are positioned near his hips. The subject is depicted in a simple, unadorned setting, with no visible background or surroundings. The artist's use of pen and brown ink creates a sense of depth and texture, with visible lines and shading that add dimension to the figure. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the young man is lost in thought. This work is reminiscent of the Renaissance movement, which emphasized classical ideals and humanism. To learn more about this style, explore the Renaissance movement.