Zwei Männer, der aus einem Topf trinkende linke mit einem Schwert an der Seite 

Marcello Venusti made this drawing of two men sharing a drink, one with a sword, with red chalk. Venusti worked in Rome during the High Renaissance. He was deeply influenced by Michelangelo, which is quite visible in the muscular physique and classical drapery of his figures. The image is imbued with the social and cultural values of its time. In the 16th century, powerful families such as the Medici often commissioned art that portrayed the virtues of courage, loyalty, and fraternity. This drawing offers a window into the values and ideals of the Roman elite. The art institutions of the Renaissance, academies, and patrons shaped artistic production, and their influence is evident in the classical references and idealized forms. Art historians analyze the social context, the patronage system, and the circulation of ideas to better understand the forces at play in creating artworks like this drawing.