The artwork titled “San Vigilio,” created by John Singer Sargent in 1913, is a watercolor painting on paper and belongs to the Impressionism art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 34.92 by 53.66 cm, and it falls under the cityscape genre.
The artwork depicts a serene harbor scene characterized by large, sunlit stones in the foreground, which lead the viewer’s eye towards a calm body of water where a boat is docked. The warm, earthy tones of the stones stand in contrast to the cooler colors of the water and the boat, creating a harmonious balance. The details in the architecture and the trees in the background are subtly rendered, allowing the viewer to focus on the interplay of light and shadow that brings the scene to life. Sargent’s impressionistic technique is evident in the loose brushstrokes and the fluidity of the watercolor medium, capturing the fleeting beauty and tranquility of the moment.
