Monk c. 19th century

Isidore Pils’s 19th-century drawing, “Monk,” is a study of a cloaked figure in profile. The artist uses delicate lines and shading in a warm brown hue to capture the folds of the monk's garment and his outstretched hand, creating a sense of movement and quiet contemplation. The simplicity of the composition and the focused subject matter highlight the figure’s spiritual aura, making the piece a captivating example of academic drawing.