The artwork, titled “Palazzo Labbia, Venice,” was created by John Singer Sargent around the year 1913. Executed in watercolor on paper, it belongs to the Impressionism art movement and measures 25.4 by 35.56 centimeters. This cityscape is currently housed in a private collection.
In the artwork, Sargent masterfully captures a slice of Venice with vibrant watercolors that evoke the play of light and shadow upon the architectural forms of the city. The scene prominently features a section of the Grand Canal, with its reflective waters rendered in fluid, dynamic strokes. The buildings, rendered in soft hues of blue and brown, stand majestically along the water’s edge, with intricate details and textures subtly suggested through the artist’s nuanced brushwork. The composition is characterized by a harmonious blend of color and form, embodying the impressionistic essence of capturing the transient effects of light. The atmosphere conveyed is serene and bathed in the gentle warmth of natural light, emphasizing the timeless beauty of Venice.
