Drawing probably intended for a cartoon for the periodical Judy.
Forms part of an album of 59 graphite and chalk drawings by H.K. Browne; including 21 drawings for illustrations executed for the Household edition of Pickwick papers, as well as sketches, studies, and designs for the periodical Judy (1986.1769:1-59).
Drawing shows a boy swimming at far left as another stands by the water preparing (reluctantly) to enter the water under the direction of a man at far right who stands behind him, dressed for what is obviously a cold day in a coat, hat, and muffler.
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.