From "Bizzarie di varie Figure"
1624
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1624
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows two strange, twisted figures tangled together. One stands on a small platform, arms outstretched like they’re flying, while the other crawls below, its body bent into sharp angles. Their faces are vague, almost hidden, and their limbs twist in impossible directions. The paper looks old and worn, with faint stains and creases. The lines are dark and precise, giving the figures a rough, sketchy feel. Look up etching to see how artists like this made prints with acid and needles.
