The artwork titled “Portrait of Dorothy Barnard” is an oil on canvas painting by the artist John Singer Sargent, created in 1889. This piece, belonging to the Realism art movement, measures 70 x 39.4 cm and falls under the genre of portraiture. Currently, it is housed in the Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom.
The artwork depicts a young girl, Dorothy Barnard, rendered in profile against a dark background. With a keen emphasis on light and texture, Sargent captures the delicate features of Dorothy’s face, her soft brown hair cascading gently along her cheek. The use of warm hues and detailed brushstrokes is evident in her attire, particularly her yellow jacket adorned with intricate patterns. The contrast between the subject and the stark backdrop accentuates her form, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation and elegance. The piece exemplifies Sargent’s mastery in portraying the subtle nuances of light and shadow, bringing a lifelike quality to the portrait.
