An Audience (recto); Sketch of a nude woman (verso) 1600 - 1700

"An Audience (recto); Sketch of a nude woman (verso)" is an anonymous drawing dating from the 17th century, now located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This graphite drawing depicts a scene of a king and queen seated on a throne with a group of people surrounding them, likely an audience in a grand hall. The scene is characterized by the Baroque period's theatrical use of light and shadow, creating a sense of dramatic dynamism. The artist's skillful use of linework creates a sense of depth and volume, enhancing the overall realism of the figures and the architectural elements in the drawing.