Sketch for the Sorrowful Mysteries, The Carrying of the Cross. Head and Shoulders of a Man by John Singer Sargent

Sketch for the Sorrowful Mysteries, The Carrying of the Cross. Head and Shoulders of a Man - John Singer Sargent -

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TitleSketch for the Sorrowful Mysteries, The Carrying of the Cross. Head and Shoulders of a Man
ArtistJohn Singer Sargent
Mediumcharcoal,paper
Art MovementRealism

About Sketch for the Sorrowful Mysteries, The Carrying of the Cross. Head and Shoulders of a Man

The artwork, titled “Sketch for the Sorrowful Mysteries, The Carrying of the Cross. Head and Shoulders of a Man,” was created by the renowned artist John Singer Sargent. Rendered in charcoal on paper, this piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study.

The artwork presents a powerful and emotive depiction of a man’s head and shoulders, captured in two slightly varied poses. The figure is drawn with meticulous detail, using the medium of charcoal to effectively convey the contours and musculature of the subject. The man’s head is tilted upward, his facial expressions suggesting a mixture of pain, determination, and resignation, which aptly aligns with the sorrowful theme indicated by the title. The use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the sketch, showcasing Sargent’s mastery in capturing human emotion and physical form.

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