Procession (left-hand portion of border below Sacrifice of Isaac, inlaid-marble pavement, Siena Cathedral) 1520 - 1550

This drawing by Domenico Beccafumi, titled "Procession", is a preparatory study for a section of the inlaid-marble pavement of Siena Cathedral. The drawing shows a procession of figures, possibly a scene from the Old Testament, and depicts a scene of animated movement with figures in various poses. This drawing is important for understanding Beccafumi's working process, as it reveals his meticulous attention to detail and his mastery of the human figure. The drawing is a testament to the artist's skill as a draftsman and provides insight into the intricate process of creating inlaid-marble pavements, which were a popular form of art in Renaissance Italy.