Sketch of head and studies of hands of Gniewosz of Dalewice; studies of Jagiełło’s hands for the painting ‘Queen Jadwiga’s Oath’ 1867

This charcoal sketch from 1867 by Józef Simmler shows a study of a man's head and hands, likely for his painting, *Queen Jadwiga’s Oath*. The artist was known for his historical paintings and often used sketches as a preparatory step. The sketch of Gniewosz of Dalewice's head with the studies of Jagiełło's hands are rendered in a realistic style with careful attention to detail. This is a common practice among artists, allowing them to refine their composition and anatomy before committing to the final artwork.