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Pagan Deities, by John Singer Sargent, unspecified, 1896

Pagan Deities

John Singer Sargent

1896

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Dominant colour

Overview

Pagan Deities is a 1896 unspecified by John Singer Sargent, a Impressionism work, held at Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Who painted this?
John Singer Sargent
When & what style?
1896 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

This painting is a vibrant, vertical piece featuring a variety of figures and symbols. At the top, a golden sun shines down, surrounded by blue and gold shapes. Below, a brown and white bird-like creature with outstretched wings dominates the center. The background is a mix of blues and golds, with some brown accents. The painting has a lot of interesting details, like the way the colors blend together and the different textures used. It's not immediately clear what everything represents, but it's clear that the artist put a lot of thought into the composition. If you like this piece, you might also want to check out the work of artist John Singer Sargent.

About the artist

Portrait of John Singer Sargent
Artist

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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