Print from Drawing Book

Luca Ciamberlano

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of various forearms and hands. The composition consists of several studies of forearms and hands, arranged creatively on the page. The largest element is a muscular forearm and hand positioned vertically. Above it is another hand holding a pair of drawing tools. To the left, multiple smaller studies of arms and hands are shown in different poses, each distinct in the portrayal of muscles and skin texture. The use of line and hatching creates a sense of depth and volume throughout the piece.