Two Standing Male Figures in Antique Military Costume 1624 - 1663

Francesco Allegrini's "Two Standing Male Figures in Antique Military Costume" is a pen and wash drawing depicting two figures clad in Roman-style armor. The work, completed between 1624 and 1663, is a study in the Baroque style, demonstrating Allegrini's mastery of figure drawing. The artist's use of wash creates a sense of volume and depth, highlighting the muscularity of the figures. This intimate drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into Allegrini's creative process.