The artwork titled “Persian Artifact with Faience Decoration” by John Singer Sargent is a cityscape rendered in pencil and watercolor on paper. Falling under the Realism art movement, the dimensions of the piece are 33.02 x 24.45 cm.
The artwork presents a detailed and faithful depiction of a Persian artifact adorned with faience decoration. The cylindrical object is illustrated with precise attention to texture and form, showcasing a band of intricate, green-hued decoration possibly indicative of faience ceramic work. The surrounding tones are subtly muted yet complex, providing a realistic contrast that brings focus to the central artifact. The skillful use of pencil and watercolor by the artist captures not only the physical attributes of the artifact but also the historical essence it embodies.
