Carnival Figures n.d.

Baccio del Bianco's "Carnival Figures" is a red chalk drawing featuring five figures in various poses and costumes. The work, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is believed to depict figures from a 17th-century carnival in Italy, with the expressive figures and exaggerated details reflecting the lively and festive atmosphere of the event. The artist's skillful use of line creates a sense of movement and energy in the drawing, and the use of red chalk adds depth and warmth to the figures. While the exact date is unknown, the drawing likely dates from del Bianco's active period in the early to mid 17th century.