The Drawings of Annibale Carracci Author:Annibale Carracci, Daniele Benati, National Gallery of Art (U. S.) The Italian draughtsman Annibale Carracci (1560-1609) was principally inspired by nature and reality. His greatest commission was the decoration of the Farnese Gallery in Rome. This publication brings together Carracci's drawings, providing an insight into his techniques and skill.