Man Playing a Lute [recto] 

This red chalk drawing by Matteo Rosselli, a prominent Italian artist of the 17th century, depicts a man playing a lute. Executed with delicate lines, the figure stands in a relaxed pose, his hand gracefully holding the instrument. Rosselli's masterful use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and texture, particularly noticeable in the intricate details of the man's clothing. The drawing's simplicity and focus on the subject's form highlight Rosselli's ability to capture both the essence of the human figure and the beauty of music.