The artwork, entitled “La Carmencita,” was crafted by John Singer Sargent in 1890. Executed in oil on canvas, this representation of the Realism movement measures 232 by 142 centimeters. As a portrait, it resides in the Musée d’Orsay located in Paris, France.
The painting depicts a dynamic figure of a woman dressed in an elaborate costume, engaged in what appears to be dance. Dominated by flowing, dramatic movements, the woman’s attire is characterized by voluminous white fabrics with intricate, shimmering details. The background is composed of rich, earthy tones, allowing the viewer’s focus to remain on the subject’s expressive posture and vivid attire. The artist’s acute attention to the interplay of light and texture underscores the vivacity and elegance of the dancer, rendering a lifelike portrayal within the constraints of his chosen medium.