Portrait of a Man with Carnation c. 1515

"Portrait of a Man with Carnation" is an anonymous drawing from c. 1515 that depicts a landscape scene with a man reclining in the foreground. The drawing is rendered in brown ink and wash, with a distinct emphasis on the use of shading to create depth and volume. The artist's use of loose, gestural lines contributes to a sense of movement and energy. This drawing, currently housed in the Städel Museum, is a testament to the skill of an unknown artist working during the Italian Renaissance.