A male nude in a contorted pose

Italian School, mid 16th Century A male nude in a contorted pose with inscription 'Il Ladron cativo/ di Michelagnolo Bonaroti in Mantua 1582' black chalk, pen and brown ink, brown wash, the corners cut and the right edge cut around the inscription 10 7/8 x 8¼ in. (27.8 x 20.9 cm)