This is a black and white drawing with a strong expressionist style. The scene depicts a group of people gathered around a table, likely in a study or classroom setting. The figures are rendered with exaggerated features and distorted proportions, emphasizing emotional intensity over realistic representation. The central figure is an older man with a beard, seated at the table and deeply engrossed in reading a book. His face is etched with concentration, and his body is hunched over the text. Around him are several other figures, including children and adults, who appear to be listening or observing. Their expressions range from curiosity to concern, and their bodies are contorted in various poses. The composition is crowded and chaotic, with overlapping figures and objects. The use of strong contrasts between light and shadow creates a dramatic effect, and the rough, expressive lines add to the overall sense of emotional intensity. The drawing is signed and dated in the lower right corner, indicating that it was created in 1938.