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Lake Shore, Menaggio [recto]
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Lake Shore, Menaggio [recto] is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower left in graphite: Menagio [sic]; lower left in graphite by unknown hand: J.S.246; upper right verso in graphite by unknown hand: 1868v9 [crossed out]
About this work
Overview
Lake Shore, Menaggio is a drawing by John Singer Sargent, created with graphite on wove paper. It presents a serene lakeside scene.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a calm lake with two sailboats and three figures on the shore, set against a mountainous backdrop. The tranquil atmosphere is conveyed through the composition and the subjects' calm demeanor.
Technique & Style
Sargent employed a monochromatic palette of grays and soft pencil strokes to achieve a sense of simplicity and peace. The use of graphite on wove paper allowed for subtle gradations of tone, emphasizing the clarity of the shapes and forms.
History & Provenance
This drawing was created early in Sargent's career, showcasing his ability to capture quiet beauty with simple tools.
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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.
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