A group of 6 male figures running and gesticulating including one moving to the left holding a staff and looking over his shoulder. This drawing was attributed to Bernardo Strozzi when it was acquired. It is inscribed on the mount with 'Il Cappuccino Genoese'.
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Title of artwork, date
Il Prete Genovese, 16th century
Date supported
1912
Medium and material
Pen and sepia
Dimensions
20 x 39 cm
Gifted by
Mrs Arundel Esdaile
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