Studies of Horsemen and Study of a Figure for a Deposition (recto); Sketch for an Entablature (verso) 1548 - 1628

Jacopo Palma the Younger's "Studies of Horsemen and Study of a Figure for a Deposition (recto); Sketch for an Entablature (verso)" (1548–1628) is a pen-and-ink drawing showcasing the artist’s mastery of draftsmanship. The recto, or front, features a series of studies, capturing the dynamic movement of horsemen and a falling figure. The verso, or back, presents a sketch for an entablature, demonstrating Palma's interest in architectural elements. This work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the artist's creative process, offering glimpses into his preliminary sketches for larger compositions.