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

This charcoal drawing by French artist Isidore Pils, titled “Drapery Study for Clovis”, is a study for the wall paintings in the Chapel of Saint Remi, Sainte-Clotilde, Paris, completed between 1820 and 1875. The drawing shows the folds of a drapery, likely part of a figure's clothing, in careful detail. Pils's work demonstrates his mastery of draftsmanship and his ability to capture the flow and texture of fabric. This preparatory study provides insight into his artistic process and his attention to detail in his large-scale works.