Pastoral Life of Saint Geneviève (right panel) c. 1888

"Pastoral Life of Saint Geneviève (right panel)" (c. 1888) by Georges-William Thornley is a detailed black and white drawing depicting a bustling scene of people engaged in daily life in a village setting. The work is housed in The Art Institute of Chicago and highlights the artist's meticulous attention to detail in capturing the movement and character of the figures. The artwork's subject matter, the life of Saint Geneviève, a patron saint of Paris, suggests a narrative element that adds depth to the composition, making this a noteworthy example of historical artistic representation.