1890
graphite
paper
From the collection of Metropolitan Museum of Art
Young Woman with a Black Skirt is a 1890 graphite by John Singer Sargent, a Impressionism work, held at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This painting shows a young woman with a black skirt. She's wearing a white blouse with puffy sleeves and a dark cap on her head. Her hands are clasped together in front of her. The woman is standing in front of a plain background, which is a mix of light and dark colors. The overall mood of the painting is quiet and simple. The artist who created this piece was known for his skill in capturing everyday life and people. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, explore the work 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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