A Standing Youth Gesturing to His Right
1723
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1723
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
A Standing Youth Gesturing to His Right is a 1723 ink by Anton Maria Zanetti I, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This artwork depicts a young man standing with his left leg bent and his right arm extended to the right. He is draped in a flowing cloth that covers his left shoulder and wraps around his body, leaving his right shoulder bare. The background is a muted gray-green color. The image is rendered in a chiaroscuro style, with the use of contrasting shades of gray-green and ochre creating a sense of depth and volume. The woodcut technique is evident in the bold lines and textures that define the figure and its surroundings. The Baroque movement is known for its dramatic use of light and shadow, and this artwork is a great example of that style. If you're interested in learning more about the Baroque movement, you can explore more artworks from that period.
