Study of Two Carthusian Monks 1525

Jacopo Pontormo’s “Study of Two Carthusian Monks” is a red chalk drawing created in 1525, currently housed in the British Museum. The drawing features two monks in their habit, one younger and one older, with the younger monk’s figure partially obscured by the older monk’s. Pontormo is known for his elongated figures and graceful lines, evident in this drawing. The study was likely made in preparation for a larger painting, highlighting the artist’s keen attention to detail and anatomical accuracy.