Holy Family with St. John the Baptist (recto); Study of a Foot (verso) 17th century

This 17th-century drawing, "Holy Family with St. John the Baptist (recto); Study of a Foot (verso)," is attributed to an unknown artist. It is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY. The drawing depicts a biblical scene, the Holy Family, with Mary and Joseph seated beside the infant Christ, while St. John the Baptist kneels in the foreground. Executed in a delicate line, the drawing reflects the style of the Baroque period, emphasizing a sense of movement and emotion. The detail on the verso, "Study of a Foot," shows the artist's focus on anatomical accuracy and detail.