Model for the Boston Public Library, South End
John Singer Sargent
key Notes:
Architectural design, Impressionistic light.
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Model for the Boston Public Library, South End" is a watercolor painting created by John Singer Sargent in 1890, which served as a study for the mural decorations intended for the Boston Public Library. The work exemplifies Sargent's mastery of light and color, and it reflects the artist's engagement with public art and the cultural aspirations of the Gilded Age in America.
Description of the work:
"Model for the Boston Public Library, South End" by John Singer Sargent is a watercolor and charcoal work that presents a detailed architectural study, characterized by its fluid lines and dynamic composition. The piece captures the interplay of light and shadow across the proposed structure, emphasizing the grandeur and classical elements of the library's design.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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