Artwork
Study of Two Bedouins
Study of Two Bedouins is an oil painting by the Orientalist artist John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
- Accession no.
- 145808
- Credit line
- Gift of Brooks McCormick
About this work
Overview
Study of Two Bedouins is a 1906 oil-on-canvas painting by John Singer Sargent, an American artist living abroad. The work is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two men in traditional attire seated in a desert landscape, reflecting Sargent's travels to the Middle East and his interest in Orientalist themes.
Technique & Style
Sargent's fascination with light and color is evident in the way sunlight illuminates the subjects' faces and clothing, showcasing his skillful use of these elements.
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Artist & collection
Artist
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.
