Seated man half naked; at the lower right a faint study for his head 1548 - 1612

This drawing, "Seated man half naked", is a study by the Italian Mannerist artist Bernardino Poccetti, completed between 1548 and 1612. The drawing depicts a seated, half-naked male figure with a long beard. The figure’s anatomy is rendered with remarkable detail and precision, highlighting Poccetti’s mastery of the human form. The study for the man’s head at the lower right corner suggests that Poccetti was experimenting with different approaches to capturing the subject’s likeness. The drawing's subtle shading and the delicate lines are characteristic of Poccetti’s style, showcasing his skill in capturing the essence of his subject in a single sheet of paper. This drawing is currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.