Figure with Staff Pointing n.d.

This etching by Salvator Rosa, a prominent Italian Baroque artist, features a single, powerfully drawn figure. The figure, holding a staff, points emphatically with their left hand, creating a dynamic and dramatic composition. The figure's strong stance and exaggerated gestures are characteristic of Rosa's work, often depicting subjects from classical mythology or history. The composition and technique exemplify the artist's skill in capturing movement and emotion through line. The etching is part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection and is a fine example of Rosa's mastery of this artistic medium.