Filippo di Negro, ambassador to the Emperor 1556 - 1641

This preparatory drawing by Lazzaro Tavarone, a prominent Genoese artist of the 16th and 17th centuries, depicts Filippo di Negro, a Genoese ambassador to the Holy Roman Emperor. Created between 1556 and 1641, the drawing is notable for its detailed portrayal of the ambassador's attire and facial features. The grid lines on the drawing suggest that this was a preparatory study for a larger painting or sculpture, offering a glimpse into Tavarone's artistic process. The drawing is currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.