Unknown Man Clasping a Hand Issuing from a Cloud 1979

This 1979 drawing by Alan Weatherley, titled *Unknown Man Clasping a Hand Issuing from a Cloud*, is a self-portrait of the artist in a domestic setting. The work is characterized by its realism and detailed depiction of the artist, who is shown holding a cigarette, with a cloud-like hand reaching towards him. The piece explores themes of identity, introspection, and the relationship between the artist and the divine or external forces. The drawing is rendered in a meticulous and expressive style, demonstrating Weatherley's skill as a draftsman.