Gezicht op het interieur van een kerk, met op de achtergrond een crucifix before 1898

This print by P. Lecyloë presents a somber church interior, dominated by a crucifix silhouetted against arched windows. The limited tonal range creates a sense of depth and enclosure, drawing the eye toward the focal point of the cross. The composition centers on the stark contrast between light and shadow. This technique not only highlights the religious symbol but also evokes a sense of mystery. The structure of the church, with its vaulted ceilings and columns, is reduced to a play of geometric forms, emphasizing the architectural space. The crucifix disrupts the symmetry, introducing an element of the sublime into the otherwise ordered space. Lecyloë’s artistic decision to depict the scene in this way creates a meditation on belief and its spatial context. The print serves as an exploration of how light and structure can converge to create a sacred experience.