Study for the Sibyl of the Casa Budrioli

Lorenzo Pasinelli

1678

chalk

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

About this work

This red chalk drawing depicts a woman in a flowing robe, seated with her head turned to the side. Her hair is adorned with flowers, and she wears a loose, draped garment that falls around her. In the lower right corner, a small, ornate monogram is visible, while a faint outline of a rectangle frames the entire composition. The drawing's subtle shading and delicate lines create a sense of softness and elegance. The artist's use of red chalk adds warmth and depth to the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's gentle features. For more on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Pasinelli, Lorenzo.