Nymph Playing a Horn (recto); Bracket with a Man's Head (verso) 1500 - 1600

This 16th-century drawing, attributed to an unknown artist, depicts a nymph playing a horn. The drawing is executed in pen and brown ink and wash, and is notable for its intricate detail and delicate rendering. The nymph's flowing hair and the ornate foliate pattern surrounding her create a sense of movement and energy, typical of the Mannerist style. The drawing likely served as a design for a decorative element, such as a panel or a sculpture.