Reading man c. 1765 - 1769

"Reading Man" is a charcoal drawing on blue paper by German artist Georg Melchior Kraus, created between 1765 and 1769. The drawing depicts a man seated in a chair, lost in a book. Kraus's delicate lines capture the figure's contemplative pose and the soft folds of his clothing, highlighting the intimate and contemplative nature of reading. This drawing is a testament to Kraus's skill as a draftsman and his ability to convey emotion through subtle details. The work is currently housed in the Städel Museum, Frankfurt.