Battle of the Nude Men 1465 - 1475

"Battle of the Nude Men" is a silverpoint drawing on paper by the Italian Renaissance artist Antonio Pollaiuolo. It is dated to 1465-1475 and features a dynamic depiction of a violent struggle between nude men. The composition is characterized by strong diagonal lines and twisting figures, emphasizing the intensity of the battle. Pollaiuolo's interest in anatomy and his meticulous attention to detail are evident in the muscular forms and precise rendering of the figures. The drawing is considered a key example of the early Florentine Renaissance and was a major influence on later artists.