Group of Five Male Figures in Half-length 1640 - 1650

This is a pen and brown ink drawing by Italian artist Stefano della Bella depicting five male figures. The drawing is a study of the human figure and is characteristic of della Bella's style, as he was a prolific draughtsman and etcher. It is part of a large collection of drawings attributed to him, dating back to the 17th century. This drawing was likely done as a preliminary study for a larger painting or print. It can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.