Who painted Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race?

Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race was painted by John Singer Sargent in 1875.

Where can I see Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race?

Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race?

Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race

John Singer Sargent , 1875

Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Ramparts at St.

About this work

Overview

Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race is a graphite drawing on wove paper created by John Singer Sargent in 1875. It depicts a scene of spectators watching a yacht race from a balcony.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a crowd gathered on a balcony, leaning over stone railings to observe the yacht race below, conveying a sense of community and excitement.

Technique & Style

Sargent's use of graphite on wove paper achieves a dynamic effect through bold strokes and contrasting dark silhouettes against lighter areas, capturing the movement and energy of the scene.

History & Provenance

The drawing is now held in the National Gallery of Art, Washington, where it can be examined closely.

Artist & collection

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.