The artwork titled “Mr. and Mrs. John W. Field” was created by the distinguished artist John Singer Sargent in the year 1882. Executed in oil on canvas, this portrait is an exemplar of the Realism movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 111.8 x 82.5 cm.
In this portrait, an elderly couple stands closely together, appearing to be Mr. and Mrs. John W. Field. The man has a bald head, a pronounced beard, and wears a dark, formal suit with a high collar, giving him a dignified appearance. His serious demeanor is juxtaposed with the woman’s serene expression. The woman, adorned with a lace collar and a dark dress, clutches a small book or object with both hands, her gray hair styled conservatively. The background of the artwork is dark and neutral, focusing the viewer’s attention entirely on the subjects and their intermingled existence. The fine details in their faces and the texture of their clothing reflect Sargent’s masterful technique and his dedication to capturing the realistic essence of his subjects.
