Studies of an Arm, and of the Heads of an Old Man and Young Woman 1628

"Studies of an Arm, and of the Heads of an Old Man and Young Woman" is a drawing by the Italian artist Palma il Giovane created in 1628, just a few months before his death. The drawing captures the artist's keen eye for detail, emphasizing the anatomy and expressions of the human form. The drawing is composed of multiple studies, including a detailed rendering of an arm, a young woman's head in profile, and a less-defined head of an old man, revealing Palma's approach to observation and artistic development. It showcases his mastery of drawing techniques, highlighting the nuances of light and shadow and the subtle contours of the figures.