Venetian Bead Stringers (1880 – 1882) by John Singer Sargent

Venetian Bead Stringers - John Singer Sargent - 1880 - 1882

Artwork Information

TitleVenetian Bead Stringers
ArtistJohn Singer Sargent
Date1880 - 1882
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions55.88 x 78.74 cm
Art MovementRealism
Current LocationNational Gallery of Ireland, Dublin, Ireland

About Venetian Bead Stringers

“Venetian Bead Stringers,” an artwork created by John Singer Sargent between 1880 and 1882, is an oil on canvas painting characterized by its strong adherence to the Realism movement. Measuring 55.88 by 78.74 cm, this genre painting represents everyday life with a high degree of naturalism. The artwork is housed in the National Gallery of Ireland, located in Dublin, Ireland.

In the artwork, Sargent masterfully captures the subdued interior of a Venetian setting, with a focus on atmospheric lighting and detailed textures. The painting depicts three women engaged in the delicate craft of stringing beads, highlighted by a single figure standing to their right in elegant attire, holding pink flowers. The dimly lit background adds a sense of depth, drawing the viewer’s attention to the meticulous expressions and interactions of the bead stringers. The overall composition reflects Sargent’s skill in portraying intimate scenes with a profound sense of realism and subtle emotional resonance.

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