Caption:
Study of a nude elderly man, Bacchus or one of his companions, Giovanni Battista Merano, Italian, 1632 - 1698, Black, red crayon, brush and white heightening on blue-grey paper, Figure crowned with vine leaves is shown sitting upon stone which is covered by cloth. Lower part of body and head are shown in profile, whereas chest is turned toward front, the left arm crossing right leg. Raised right hand is leaned upon staff., Genoa, Italy, 166070, figures, Drawing, Drawing