Virtue Crowning a Bearded Man 1696 - 1770

"Virtue Crowning a Bearded Man" is a sketch by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, created between 1696 and 1770. The drawing shows a dynamic composition with an angel crowning a bearded man, perhaps a figure from mythology or a biblical scene. The artist's characteristic light, fluid strokes and use of brown wash create a sense of movement and emotion. This sketch is likely a preparatory study for a larger work and exemplifies Tiepolo's mastery of drawing.