accurately conveying any observable contradictions is a critically important skill

Close study of art can train viewers to study thoroughly,analyze the elements observed,articulate them succinctly,and formulate questions to address the seeming inconsistencies.Scrutinizing the details of an unfamiliar scene,in this case the work of art,and accurately conveying any observable contradictions is a critically important skill for both people who look at x-rays and those who interrogate suspects.Let's interrogate this painting, shall we?Okay, Magritte, that's quite a little picture you've painted.But why aren't there any train tracks?Why no fire?What happened to the candles?Why doesn't the fireplace have a little tunnel for the train?It just comes straight through the wall.And the clock says it's about quarter to one,but I'm not sure the light that comes through the window at an angle says it's just past noontime.