Bust of a Bearded Old Man, Profile to Right 1567 - 1596

Carletto Caliari's "Bust of a Bearded Old Man, Profile to Right" is a black and white chalk drawing on paper, created between 1567 and 1596. This study, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a prime example of Caliari's masterful draftsmanship and demonstrates his keen observation of human anatomy and expression. The detailed rendering of the man's face, particularly the wrinkles around his eyes and the texture of his beard, contribute to the realism of the portrait. This drawing likely served as preparatory work for a larger painting, reflecting Caliari's training as a painter.