The artwork titled “Girl with a Sickle” by John Singer Sargent, created in 1885, is an oil painting on canvas. Measuring 59.69 by 39.37 cm, this portrait belongs to the Impressionism art movement.
Depicting a young woman in a rural setting, the artwork illustrates a serene moment where the subject is engaged in an activity involving a sickle. The woman is dressed in a white bonnet and a light-colored dress, accented by a red-tinted garment. Her posture and the surrounding greenery suggest a peaceful and pastoral atmosphere. The brushwork and use of light are characteristic of the Impressionism movement, emphasizing the play of light and the subtleties of the rural scene.