Banquet Scene: A Seated Warrior Attended by a Number of Servants (recto); Back View of a Standing Man in a Long Cloak (verso)

Cesare Nebbia was an Italian painter and sculptor born around 1536 in Orvieto, Italy. He is known for his work in the Mannerist style, which was popular in Italy during the late Renaissance. Nebbia trained as a painter and worked in Rome, where he became a member of the Accademia di San Luca, a prestigious organisation for artists. He worked on many important projects in Rome, including the decoration of the Sistine Chapel under the direction of Michelangelo. Nebbia was also an accomplished sculptor, creating many works in marble and bronze. He worked on several monumental projects, including the tomb of Cardinal Alessandro Farnese in the church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva in Rome. Nebbia's style was characterised by dramatic poses, exaggerated gestures and intricate detail. His paintings often depicted mythological or biblical subjects, and he was known for his skilful use of colour and light. Nebbia died in Rome around 1614, but his legacy lives on through his many works of art, which can be found in museums and churches throughout Italy.