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Ligozzi was known for his scientific accuracy, often working in collaboration with naturalists and physicians. His approach to the human form here is clinical, yet it retains the expressive quality typical of his draughtsmanship. The composition is focused, isolating specific limbs to analyse their mechanics under the strain of suspension. The paper shows signs of age, with the ink having faded to a warm, sepia tone that enhances the clarity of the anatomical details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing provides insight into the methods of artists who sought to understand the physical reality of the body. By examining the cadaver, Ligozzi was able to translate the complexities of human anatomy into a visual language that informed his larger compositions. The study is a practical document, intended for reference rather than public display, which accounts for its direct and unadorned presentation. It remains a clear example of the intersection between art and early modern science, demonstrating the rigour applied to the study of the human form in the sixteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-flaying-of-marsyas-jan-van-der-straet\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Flaying of Marsyas - Jan van der Straet — Jan van der Straet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/four-evangelists-saint-john-jacopo-pontormo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFour Evangelists: Saint John - Jacopo Pontormo — Jacopo Pontormo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jacopo Ligozzi","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58709428273487,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58709457961295,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58709457994063,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58709458026831,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58709458059599,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58709458092367,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58709458125135,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58709458157903,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58709458190671,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58709458223439,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58709458256207,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58709458288975,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Studies-from-a-Suspended-Cadaver_-Arm-Hand-and-Leg_Poster_CompositorV1_1788824569123.jpg?v=1788825029","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/studies-from-a-suspended-cadaver-arm-hand-and-leg-jacopo-ligozzi","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}