The artwork, “Mrs. Harold Harmsworth,” is an oil on canvas painting created by John Singer Sargent in 1906. This portrait, which belongs to the Realism art movement, measures 148.6 by 97.8 cm and is part of a private collection.
This finely executed artwork portrays Mrs. Harold Harmsworth adorned in an elegant black dress that contrasts beautifully with her fair complexion. Draped around her shoulders is a delicate translucent fabric, possibly tulle or chiffon, which adds a sense of softness and grace to her figure. The backdrop features a garden scenery with hints of greenery and a distant sky, providing a serene and refined setting for the portrait. The meticulous attention to detail, characteristic brushwork, and skillful rendering of light highlight Sargent’s mastery in capturing the essence and poise of the subject, making this portrait a splendid example of early 20th-century realism.