Two Male Nudes c. 1520

"Two Male Nudes" is a pen and ink drawing by the Italian High Renaissance artist Baccio Bandinelli, created around 1520. The drawing features two nude male figures in a dynamic pose, with one figure appearing to be in a defensive stance while the other readies himself for an attack. Bandinelli, known for his mastery of anatomy and his attention to detail, utilized hatching to give the figures a sense of volume and realism. This drawing, a preparatory study for a larger work, showcases Bandinelli's skill in depicting the human form and capturing the energy of movement.