Un vieil homme courbé et études subsidiaires de deux mains 

This preparatory drawing by James Tissot, a prominent French artist of the 19th century, showcases the artist's mastery of draftsmanship. Executed in red chalk on blue paper, the artwork features a single figure, likely a study for a larger composition. The figure, a stooped old man, is depicted in intricate detail, with the artist paying close attention to the folds and textures of his clothing. The presence of two additional studies of hands further suggests the drawing's purpose as a preliminary sketch. Tissot's works often explored themes of everyday life and religious narratives, and this drawing may be a study for one of his numerous biblical scenes.