Two Evangelists Conversing after 1570

Luca Cambiaso’s “Two Evangelists Conversing” is a pen-and-ink drawing depicting the heads and hands of two figures in profile, likely representing biblical evangelists. Executed in a loose, gestural style after 1570, the work is characteristic of Cambiaso's mature drawing style, demonstrating his mastery of anatomical form and expressive line. The dynamism of the figures' poses and the subtle play of light and shadow, conveyed through Cambiaso's skillful handling of the pen, imbue the drawing with a sense of life and immediacy. "Two Evangelists Conversing" is a captivating example of Cambiaso’s skill in creating a sense of movement and depth through a limited range of forms, and offers a glimpse into the artist’s creative process.