Study for "The Winds", Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

John Singer Sargent

Created:
Movement:
1910
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key Notes:
Fluid movement, ethereal figures.
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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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Study for "The Winds" by John Singer Sargent

John Singer Sargent, an American expatriate artist, created "Study for 'The Winds'" in 1910 using oil on canvas. This work is a preparatory study for a mural project, showcasing Sargent's adeptness in capturing movement and atmosphere. Sargent, renowned for his portraiture, was also a prolific muralist, contributing significantly to public art in the United States. His murals, including "The Winds," are celebrated for their dynamic compositions and classical influences. The study exemplifies Sargent's skill in blending traditional techniques with modern sensibilities, reflecting his pivotal role in the transition from 19th-century realism to 20th-century modernism. The painting is housed in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, highlighting the institution's commitment to preserving Sargent's legacy.

Description of the work:

"Study for 'The Winds'" by John Singer Sargent, created in 1910, is an oil on canvas painting housed at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The artwork exemplifies Sargent's impressionistic style, capturing the dynamic movement of figures amidst swirling drapery and atmospheric effects.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Study for "The Winds", Museum of Fine Arts, Boston