Drawing Book c. 1610 - 1620

"Drawing Book" is a blank sketchbook attributed to Italian artist Luca Ciamberlano, dating back to 1610-1620. The cover, seen here, is made of a beige parchment with faint visible lines, suggestive of preparatory sketches. While the cover appears blank, it is likely the artist used the surfaces of this sketchbook to experiment with composition, light, and shadow in preparation for more finished pieces. This artwork is an example of the artist's process and the importance of preparatory studies in drawing.