Courtyard of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice, Italy.

John Singer Sargent

Created:
Movement:
1913
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Venetian architecture, atmospheric light
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Dimensions:
30 x 40 1/4 in. (76.2 x 102.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Courtyard of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice, Italy by John Singer Sargent

John Singer Sargent, an American expatriate artist, painted "Courtyard of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice, Italy" in 1913 using oil on canvas. This work exemplifies Sargent's adeptness at capturing the interplay of light and architecture, a hallmark of his Venetian scenes. The painting reflects Sargent's fascination with Venice, a city he visited frequently and depicted in numerous works. Sargent's ability to convey the atmospheric qualities of Venice contributed to the broader appreciation of the city's unique aesthetic in the early 20th century. His work in Venice is often noted for its loose brushwork and vibrant color palette, which capture the city's dynamic and luminous environment. Sargent's paintings, including this one, continue to be celebrated for their technical mastery and evocative portrayal of urban landscapes.

Description of the work:

"Courtyard of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice, Italy" by John Singer Sargent, created in 1913, is an oil on canvas painting that captures the architectural elegance and atmospheric light of a historic Venetian courtyard. The artwork exemplifies Sargent's impressionistic style, characterized by loose brushwork and a keen attention to the interplay of light and shadow.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Courtyard of the Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Venice, Italy.