“Hills of Galilee” is an impressionist watercolor painting by John Singer Sargent, created circa 1905 to circa 1906. The artwork, a genre painting, is currently housed in the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, NY, US. It measures 30.48 x 45.72 cm and epitomizes the Impressionism art movement with its fluid brushstrokes and captivating play of light.
The artwork depicts a serene, sunlit landscape of rolling hills in Galilee, rendered with soft, earthy tones and dynamic brushwork. In the foreground, a figure is seen plowing the land with a pair of oxen, evoking a sense of rural life and labor. The distant hills, bathed in warm hues, fade gently into the horizon, while the sky above is painted in a blend of pale blues and subtle yellows, adding depth and tranquility to the scene. Sargent’s adept use of watercolor allows for a luminous and atmospheric portrayal, capturing the essence of the Galilean countryside with a delicate and evocative touch.