Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
The torso of the Christ child c.1508-10
Red chalk, and traces of white chalk, on pale red prepared paper | 12.0 x 14.3 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 912538
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A study of a nude torso, the body turned to the right, and the arms stretched downwards. The head is very slightly indicated, as though looking back. The pose is exactly that of the Child in the Madonna and Child with St Anne and a lamb, now in the Louvre.
Provenance
Bequeathed to Francesco Melzi; from whose heirs purchased by Pompeo Leoni, c.1582-90; Thomas Howard, 14th Earl of Arundel, by 1630; Probably acquired by Charles II; Royal Collection by 1690
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Medium and techniques
Red chalk, and traces of white chalk, on pale red prepared paper
Measurements
12.0 x 14.3 cm (sheet of paper)
