Zittende mansfiguur (profeet?) 1549 - 1555

"Zittende mansfiguur (profeet?)" is a pen and wash drawing by Girolamo Muziano, a prominent Italian artist of the late 16th century. Dated to 1549-1555, the piece depicts a seated, bearded figure, likely a prophet, in a contemplative pose. This study, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Muziano's masterful ability to render form and expression through subtle shading and linework, highlighting the dynamism of the human figure in a thoughtful and introspective moment.