Portrait of Jacques-Emile Blanche (c.1886) by John Singer Sargent

Portrait of Jacques-Emile Blanche - John Singer Sargent - c.1886

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Jacques-Emile Blanche
ArtistJohn Singer Sargent
Datec.1886
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationMusée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen, Rouen, France

About Portrait of Jacques-Emile Blanche

The artwork titled “Portrait of Jacques-Emile Blanche” was masterfully rendered by John Singer Sargent around the year 1886. Executed in oil on canvas, it belongs to the Realism movement and is categorized under the portrait genre. This significant piece is housed in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen in Rouen, France.

In the artwork, a dignified man, presumably Jacques-Emile Blanche, is portrayed with meticulous attention to detail and realism. He is depicted with a composed and introspective demeanor, facing the viewer and exuding an air of quiet confidence. The subject’s attire is formal, consisting of a white shirt, waistcoat, and jacket, hinting at his social stature. The color palette employed by Sargent comprises rich, natural tones that lend the portrait both depth and vibrancy. The background is a mix of darker hues, seamlessly integrated with the faint suggestion of foliage, which contrasts subtly with the depicted’s lighter visage and attire. The composition and brushwork showcase Sargent’s renowned ability to capture both the physical likeness and the inner character of his subjects, making this portrait a significant representation of the Realism movement in art.

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