Drapery Study for Saint Remi (middle register; study for wall paintings in the Chapel of Saint Remi, Sainte-Clotilde, Paris, 1858) 1820 - 1875

Isidore Pils's "Drapery Study for Saint Remi" is a preparatory drawing created between 1820 and 1875 for a series of wall paintings in the Chapel of Saint Remi, Sainte-Clotilde, Paris. This study, focusing on the drapery of a figure, is a testament to the artist's meticulous attention to detail and his mastery of the human form. The drawing utilizes graphite on paper, emphasizing the texture and movement of the fabric, and serves as a valuable insight into the artist's creative process. This preparatory study, now residing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases Pils's commitment to meticulous detail and his significant contribution to the artistic landscape of 19th century France.