The Agony in the Garden

Santi di Tito

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Agony in the Garden by Santi di Tito: A framed drawing depicting a biblical scene. The scene shows Jesus Christ standing on a hill, wearing a robe and a halo, with his right arm outstretched. He has medium-length wavy hair and is positioned on the upper half of the drawing. An angel hovers above him, also with a halo, extending its right arm towards Jesus. In the background on the left, several figures are visible. In the lower half, three men, also wearing robes and halos, are sleeping on the ground. The two men on the right are sitting with their heads leaning on their hands, while the man on the left lies on his back. The background shows a landscape with a building on the left and a mountain range in the distance. The drawing features a range of visual elements including lines, shading, and textures. The color palette is primarily sepia tones. The frame around the drawing is off-white with a gray border. The drawing is signed with the letters "P.S." in the bottom-left corner. The overall composition is divided into two main sections by the horizon line. The upper section features Jesus and the angel, while the lower section features the three sleeping men. The drawing includes details such as foliage and architectural elements. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of Renaissance art. The image conveys a sense of drama and emotion through its composition and use of light and shadow.