The Drawings of Michelangelo and his Followers in the Ashmolean Museum

Featuring the most comprehensive catalogue of Michelangelo's drawings in the Ashmolean Museum, this volume showcases significant works by the artist and his contemporaries, illuminating lost pieces and his influence in the sixteenth century. The introduction delves into the history and types of Michelangelo's drawings, as well as his evolution as a draughtsman. Additionally, an appendix details the provenance of drawings collected by Sir Thomas Lawrence, providing insights into their acquisition and subsequent dispersal.