Study of the Hanged Bernardo di Bandino Baroncelli, assassin of Giuliano de Medici

Leonardo da Vinci’s Study of the Hanged Bernardo di Bandino Baroncelli, assassin of Giuliano de Medici exemplifies his meticulous approach to sketch and study work within the Early renaissance style. Created circa 1479 in Milan, Italy, it showcases da Vinci’s mastery of ink techniques on paper to explore anatomy, human pose, and expressive detail. As a genre, this work aligns with his investigative sketch and study sketches, which serve as preparatory drawings, emphasizing the artist’s scientific curiosity and artistic precision during this formative period of his career.