The artwork, titled “Rear of the Mosque of Omar,” was created by James Tissot between 1886 and 1889. Executed in ink, this piece is part of the Realism movement and measures 16.7 by 25.4 cm. The artwork is a cityscape and is currently housed in the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, NY, US.
In the artwork, Tissot depicts a meticulously detailed scene featuring the rear of the Mosque of Omar. The composition captures a serene courtyard bordered by stone structures and walls. The artist’s deft use of ink renders the textures of the masonry and the foliage with precision. Dominating the background are lush, towering trees that offer depth and contrast to the otherwise stark, linear architectural elements. The expanse of the courtyard is accentuated by the neatly etched ground patterns, leading the viewer’s eye through the space, inviting contemplation and reflection on the quiet, almost timeless ambiance of the depicted location.
