The artwork titled “Mrs. Frederick Roller” was created by John Singer Sargent in 1895. This piece, executed in oil on canvas, is a representation of the Realism art movement. It measures 223.5 x 113 cm and falls under the genre of portraiture.
The artwork portrays an elegant woman standing against a textured, subtly illuminated background. She is dressed in a dark, modest yet elegant gown that contrasts with her fair complexion and silver hair. Her poised demeanor and the soft, diffused lighting highlight her grace and dignity. The backdrop, with its intricate yet unobtrusive swirls, complements the sitter’s refined presence without drawing attention away from her. The detailed rendering of her attire and the naturalistic portrayal exemplify the ideals of Realism, emphasizing both accuracy and the subject’s character.