Studies and Sketches for Figures: Standing Male Nude in Frontal View, Male Heads, Seated Monkey, and a Long-Beaked Bird (a Stork?) (recto); Figure Studies: Back View of Standing Male and Female Heads, a Flying Long-Beaked Bird, etc. (verso) 1557 - 1602

"Studies and Sketches for Figures" is a pen-and-ink drawing on paper by the prominent Italian painter Agostino Carracci, who was active in the late 16th century. Created between 1557 and 1602, the artwork captures the artist's meticulous attention to detail through its portrayal of various subjects, including a standing male nude, a seated monkey, a long-beaked bird, and numerous male heads. The drawing showcases Carracci's mastery of anatomy and his ability to render the human form with lifelike precision. This artwork is a testament to the artist's talent for drawing, which he used to prepare for larger paintings and sculptures, making it a valuable glimpse into his creative process.