Lobster (recto) Sketch of an Armoured Male Figure (verso)
1604
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This drawing shows a lobster on one side, painted in earthy greens and reds with a rough, textured look. The shell’s stripes are bold, and the claws and tail are detailed but slightly faded. On the back, there’s a faint sketch of a person in armor, barely visible under smudges and stains. The lobster’s colors stand out against the worn paper, making it the clear focus. The armor sketch is so light you’d almost miss it unless you flip the page. Next, check out Baroque to see how dramatic lighting and detail shaped this era’s art.
