Allegorical Figure of Religion (recto); Study of a Griffon and of a Seated Figure (verso) 1553 - 1615

Cherubino Alberti's red chalk drawing "Allegorical Figure of Religion (recto); Study of a Griffon and of a Seated Figure (verso)" depicts a female figure in a flowing robe, her arm raised in a gesture of offering. The drawing, executed between 1553 and 1615, demonstrates Alberti's skill in capturing the human form and drapery, and serves as a study for a larger composition. The verso features a griffon and a seated figure, further highlighting the artist's exploration of form and composition. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York houses this piece, showcasing the artist's talent for anatomical studies.