Male Nude

Walter Shirlaw

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a sketch of a nude male figure in a pose. The man is leaning back slightly with his left arm extended upwards, appearing to hold onto a rod or pole. His right arm is bent with his hand resting on a rectangular object. His head is turned to the right, showing his profile. The man's facial features are detailed, with a strong jawline and a serious expression. His hair is styled to the side with a slightly wavy texture. The figure is unclothed, and there are no additional objects or adornments in the sketch. The background is plain, emphasizing the figure. The artist's signature, "W. Shirlaw Munich," is located in the lower left corner of the sketch.