Studies of a Nude Female Statue (Venus) and Head of a Mature Bearded Man (recto) 16th-17th century

This 16th-17th century drawing by Cherubino Alberti, titled "Studies of a Nude Female Statue (Venus) and Head of a Mature Bearded Man," is a beautiful example of a preparatory study. The artist uses simple yet expressive lines to capture the form of a classical statue of Venus and the head of a bearded man, likely a portrait study. This drawing demonstrates Alberti's keen eye for anatomical detail and his skill in capturing the essence of his subjects.