Drapery (bonnet_)

drawing, paper, chalk

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

drawing

toned paper

light pencil work

16_19th-century

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

paper

personal sketchbook

german

ink drawing experimentation

chalk

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

"Drapery (bonnet_)" is a charcoal drawing by the German artist Victor Müller. The piece, currently housed in the Städel Museum, is a study of a single, draped object, possibly a bonnet or hat. The piece is characterized by a simple composition, highlighting the artist’s skill in rendering the folds and textures of the cloth, an essential practice for a painter of historical scenes. The artwork provides insights into the artistic process of 19th-century artists, revealing their focus on meticulous observation and detail.