An early 19th century academy style drawing of a seated male figure, the figure posed as if reaching for something overhead or pulling a rope.  Well-executed and with an interesting composition.  Presented in a good ebonized, incised and gilded frame.  Condition:  very light creasing to the paper in the upper left hand corner; wear to the frame.  Please refer to the photographs, which are highly representative. Dimensions: 16.5" wide  x 22.75" high