Standing Figure with Staff, c. 1915, Charcoal on Laid Paper, Figure Study 2/4

Charcoal on laid paper, c. 1910s–1920s.

A powerful full-body rendering of a standing male figure leaning on a long staff, eyes covered by one arm. The pose exudes both weariness and strength, and the rough garment adds drama and narrative texture. Anatomy is subtly defined under heavy line work.

Signed 'L.P. Chase'; paper aged with visible edge chipping and oxidization.