Kneeling Bearded Old Man (recto); Section of a Draped Limb and Sketches (verso) 1500 - 1571

This red chalk drawing, titled *Kneeling Bearded Old Man (recto); Section of a Draped Limb and Sketches (verso)*, is by the Italian Renaissance artist Giovanni Francesco Bezzi, better known as Nosadella. Created between 1500 and 1571, the drawing depicts a bearded old man in a kneeling pose, his body contorted in an expressive gesture. The use of red chalk creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the anatomical details of the figure. This drawing exemplifies the artist's mastery of figure drawing and his interest in depicting human emotion, offering a glimpse into the artistic practices of the Italian Renaissance.