The artwork titled “Woman at the Window,” created by the artist James Tissot, is an etching that belongs to the Realism art movement. Measuring 35 x 55.4 cm, the piece falls under the genre of interior scenes.
The artwork portrays a dramatic and highly detailed interior view, wherein the focus is a woman framed in a window. She stands outside, gazing inward with her hands gently pressed against the glass panes. The interior setting is richly textured with elements such as a woven chair, another cushioned chair, a patterned rug, and drawn curtains that frame the window. The detailed rendering of the woman’s striped dress and the textured surroundings reflect the artist’s commitment to realism. The scene captures a moment of quiet contemplation or anticipation, inviting the viewer to ponder the narrative behind this woman’s presence at the window.
