Roman Soldier and Woman n.d.

"Roman Soldier and Woman" is a red chalk drawing by Ercole Procaccini the Younger, housed at The Art Institute of Chicago. The artwork depicts a Roman soldier in armor, with his back to the viewer, and a woman, possibly a captive, who is looking at him. The drawing is a study for a larger composition, and captures the dynamism and intensity of the moment. The artist's skillful use of line and shading creates a sense of volume and depth, highlighting the muscularity of the soldier and the delicate features of the woman. This study, a rare example of the artist's work, is characteristic of 17th-century Italian drawings.