Seated Figure Expressionist Charcoal Drawing

This is an original charcoal or soft graphite drawing on paper, depicting a melancholic seated figure. The piece exhibits an expressionist style characterized by bold, gestural strokes and high-contrast tonal values. The subject is shown sitting with knees pulled toward the chest, wearing what appear to be sandals and a dark garment. Physically, the artwork is rendered on a light-cream or off-white paper stock with a noticeable horizontal undulating texture, likely due to past moisture exposure or improper storage, resulting in cockling across the surface. Notable markings include the inscription '7 M 1974' in the lower-right corner, suggesting an execution date of 1974. There is an additional abstract mark or monogram in the lower-left. The paper shows signs of aging, including minor edge wear, several visible pinholes in the upper corners consistent with studio display, and light creasing along the margins. The craftsmanship reflects a confident, rapid execution with significant pressure applied to the drawing medium, creating deep blacks against the paper's natural tooth. The aesthetic leans toward mid-to-late 20th-century modernism, focusing on emotional resonance over anatomical precision.