Ein Zug trauernder Frauen nach rechts 

Victor Müller created this pencil drawing, *Ein Zug trauernder Frauen nach rechts*, which translates to “A Procession of Mourning Women to the Right,” likely in the mid-19th century. The artist employed graphite pencil on paper. But these are the most basic of materials. What sets this artwork apart is the visible process behind its creation, which suggests a preliminary sketch, and demonstrates the artist's hand at work. You can see how the artist has rendered the figures with light, delicate lines, capturing the ethereal quality of grief and the women's sorrowful expressions. The sketch appears to be a preparatory study for a larger painting or composition, showcasing the artist's technical skill and ability to convey emotion through simple means. Müller creates a connection between the women and the viewer through the intimacy of the medium and the process. By emphasizing the importance of materials, Müller challenges the traditional distinctions between fine art and craft.