The artwork titled “Site of the Antonia Tower” was created by James Tissot between 1886 and 1889 and is an exemplar of the Realism art movement. It is classified as a cityscape genre and measures 24.8 x 15.2 cm. This piece is housed at the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, NY, US.
The artwork presents a detailed depiction of the architectural remnants of the Antonia Tower. The scene is dominated by the towering structure rising prominently on the left, with detailed stonework and a domed top characteristic of the era’s architectural style. The surrounding edifices are rendered with meticulous detail, showcasing ancient stone walls and partially collapsed sections, which evoke a sense of historical continuity and decay. The foreground is sparsely adorned, emphasizing the grandiosity and resilience of the towering remains in contrast to the ground’s apparent emptiness, further highlighting the monument’s historical significance.
