1902
unspecified
From the collection of Harvard Art Museums
Male Reclining on a Stairway is a 1902 unspecified by John Singer Sargent, a Impressionism work, held at Harvard Art Museums.
This painting features a nude male figure reclining on a stairway, with his head resting on his left hand and his right arm bent behind his head. His legs are bent at the knees, with his left leg crossed over his right. The figure is depicted in a relaxed pose, with his body leaning against the stairs. The background of the painting is a warm, earthy tone, which complements the natural colors of the figure's skin. The overall effect is one of serenity and calmness, as if the figure is lost in thought or simply enjoying a moment of rest. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of John Singer Sargent.
John Singer Sargent (; January 12, 1856 – April 15, 1925) was an American expatriate artist, considered the "leading portrait painter of his generation" for his evocations of Belle Époque and Edwardian-era luxury.
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