The artwork, titled “Study of a Young Man,” is an oil on canvas painting by John Singer Sargent. Executed in the Realism art movement, this sketch and study piece measures 45.72 by 25.4 centimeters and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork features a frontal depiction of a young man’s face and upper torso. The young man’s face is meticulously rendered, showcasing Sargent’s skill with light and shadow, giving the piece a lifelike quality. His gaze is directed forward, capturing a sense of introspection and depth of character. Executed with a loose, expressive brushwork, especially in the treatment of the neck and shoulders, the painting emphasizes the study’s purpose as an exploration of form and technique rather than as a finished portrait. The muted, earthy tones of the background and the subject’s skin add to the naturalistic and contemplative atmosphere of the piece.