Seated Sibyl c. 1690

Bartolomeo Guidobono's "Seated Sibyl" (c. 1690) is a pen and wash drawing depicting a woman in a flowing robe and turban, seated with her head tilted upwards. Her right hand is resting on a scroll and her left hand is held to her chest. The figure is rendered in a light brown tone with subtle washes of blue, creating a sense of volume and depth. The Sibyl, a prophetess in ancient Greek and Roman mythology, is often associated with the arts of divination and prophecy. This drawing is a testament to Guidobono's skill in capturing the human form and creating an atmosphere of otherworldly mystery.