“The Round Stone Seen from the Interior,” created by James Tissot between 1886 and 1889, is a work executed in graphite and ink on paper belonging to the Realism art movement, and categorized within the genre of sketches and studies. This artwork is part of the collection of the Brooklyn Museum, located in New York City, NY, USA.
The artwork depicts an interior view through a succession of arches or doorways. The vantage point from which the scene is rendered suggests the viewer is looking outward from the shadows into a soft, illuminated space beyond. Each arch frames the next, creating a tunnel-like perspective that draws the eye toward a central focal point. The textural details of the stone are meticulously captured, with attention to the variations in light and shadow, providing a sense of depth and solidity to the structure. The heavy use of line and contrast helps to convey the rough surfaces of the stones, enhancing the realistic quality of the work. A signature can be seen within the lower margin, adding a personal touch from the artist to the otherwise stark, architectural composition.
