Kneeling Model (1912) by John Singer Sargent

Kneeling Model - John Singer Sargent - 1912

Artwork Information

TitleKneeling Model
ArtistJohn Singer Sargent
Date1912
Mediumcharcoal
Dimensions61 x 47 cm
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationFogg Museum (Harvard Art Museums), Cambridge, MA, US

About Kneeling Model

The artwork titled “Kneeling Model” is a charcoal sketch created by John Singer Sargent in 1912. This piece, which belongs to the Realism art movement, measures 61 x 47 cm and is classified under the genre of sketch and study. It is housed in the Fogg Museum at Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge, MA, US.

The artwork depicts a kneeling figure, rendered with striking detail and grace. The subject is partially draped, with a spotlight on the defined musculature and contrapposto pose, which conveys a sense of dynamism and naturalism. The intensive use of charcoal allows for rich, deep shadows and highlights, which accentuate the contours and features of the model. The background, subtly shaded, ensures that the figure remains the focal point of the composition. Sargent’s expertise in manipulating light and shadow is evident, reflecting his profound understanding of human anatomy and form.

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