Saterkop met opengesperde mond 1510 - 1546

This drawing of a grotesque, or monstrous face, was created by Giulio Romano sometime between 1510 and 1546. It is a preparatory drawing for a larger work, possibly a fresco or a sculpture. The detailed lines of the drawing suggest a sense of movement and energy, contributing to the grotesque, exaggerated features of the face. The drawing, now in the Rijksmuseum, was likely created for a decorative element in a larger architectural setting.