Old Man Kneeling Facing Upper Left 1615 - 1673

This is a pen and wash drawing by Salvator Rosa, executed sometime between 1615 and 1673. The drawing, which features an old man kneeling and looking upwards, demonstrates Rosa’s masterful skill at capturing human anatomy and expressive gesture. This preliminary study for a larger composition likely served as a model for one of Rosa’s more famous paintings, showcasing the artist’s signature dramatic style and interest in the human form.