LORENZO Monaco
(b. ca. 1370, Siena (?), d. ca. 1425, Firenze)

Studies

1417-20
Metalpoint on reddish violet prepared paper, 249 x 185 mm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

This drawing represents studies of three allegorical figures (Cardinal or Theological Virtues) and of a seated old man, probably a prophet. No frescoes or altarpieces were identified to which the studies could serve as preparatory drawings.