“Premier frontispiece” is a drypoint artwork created by the artist James Tissot in the year 1875. This piece belongs to the Impressionism art movement and is classified within the genre of sketch and study. The dimensions of the artwork are 10.2 x 18.1 cm.
The artwork portrays a figure standing in a thoughtful pose against a plain background. The figure is adorned with a laurel wreath on its head, a traditional symbol of victory and honor. In its right hand, it holds a circular plaque bearing an imprint, while the left hand touches its chin, adding a sense of contemplation to the composition. Surrounding the plaque, a branch with leaves complements the scene. The detailed line work and delicate shading characteristic of drypoint technique are evident in this sketch by James Tissot. The artwork is signed by the artist in the lower left corner, with the date 1875 inscribed beside the signature.
