Head of a bearded man (a satyr?) in profile to the left, and a sketch of a smaller head in profile to the left 16th century

This anonymous drawing from the 16th century depicts the profile of a bearded man, possibly a satyr, and a smaller head sketch in the same position. The artist uses a loose, gestural style, capturing the subject’s features with a few deft strokes. The work’s uncertain subject matter and the use of graphite on paper, indicative of the Renaissance art, makes it a fascinating study of the artist’s technique and creativity.