Statue of Augustus Caesar (recto and verso) n.d. (recto); Late 16th c. (verso)

This pen-and-ink drawing, likely dating to the late 16th century, depicts a full-length portrait of Augustus Caesar. The anonymous artist meticulously rendered the Roman emperor in his traditional garb, highlighting his armor and toga. The drawing, held in the Art Institute of Chicago, demonstrates a keen interest in classical antiquity, prevalent in Renaissance art, and serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the figures of Roman history.