Figure studies: seated and standing men 1615 - 1673

This drawing, "Figure Studies: Seated and Standing Men," by Italian Baroque artist Salvator Rosa (1615-1673), showcases the artist's masterful use of line to capture the human form. The composition features three figures in various poses: two seated, one standing. Executed in pen and brown ink, the piece highlights the artist's interest in capturing the movement and energy of his subjects. Rosa's figure studies were frequently used as preparatory sketches for his larger paintings.