Untitled (Standing Figure, 1966)
Pen and Ink on Paper

A standing figure emerges through a vigorous interplay of bold contour lines and dense cross-hatching, creating a striking balance between abstraction and anatomical structure. Rather than describing every detail, Alan Wood-Thomas uses contrasting areas of light and shadow to suggest weight, movement, and sculptural form. Created in 1966, this expressive study exemplifies the artist's mastery of gesture drawing, transforming a life study into a powerful modernist exploration of rhythm, volume, and the enduring expressive potential of the human figure.