Cypress Trees at San Vigilio (1913) by John Singer Sargent

Cypress Trees at San Vigilio - John Singer Sargent - 1913

Artwork Information

TitleCypress Trees at San Vigilio
ArtistJohn Singer Sargent
Date1913
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions71.75 x 92.07 cm
Art MovementImpressionism
Current LocationAddison Gallery of American Art (Phillips Academy), Andover, MA, US

About Cypress Trees at San Vigilio

The artwork, titled “Cypress Trees at San Vigilio,” was created by John Singer Sargent in 1913. Executed with oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Impressionist art movement. As a landscape painting, it measures 71.75 x 92.07 cm and is housed at the Addison Gallery of American Art at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, USA.

The artwork portrays an evocative and serene scene dominated by tall cypress trees standing stately against a softly illuminated sky and tranquil body of water. The interplay of light and shadow, characteristic of the Impressionist style, is evident in the varied tones of the sky, reflecting hues of yellow, blue, and subtle violet against the robust, dark forms of the trees. The foreground features rugged rocky terrain interspersed with hints of foliage, adding texture and depth to the composition. The artwork emanates a tranquil yet powerful ambiance, capturing the distinctive beauty of the landscape through Sargent’s skilled brushwork and understated color palette.

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