Figure Studies 

"Figure Studies" is a drawing by the Italian artist Palma il Giovane, also known as Jacopo Palma the Younger. Executed in pen and brown ink, the drawing captures the artist's studies of the human form in various poses. The sheet showcases the artist's deft hand, portraying intricate details of muscle structure and movement. Palma il Giovane, born in 1550, was a renowned painter in the Venetian Renaissance, and his drawings reveal the underlying artistry that informed his larger canvases. This drawing is a testament to his keen observation of the human body and mastery of line work.