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Ramparts at St. Malo—Yacht Race
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.
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- Inscribed:lower left in graphite: Ramparts at St. Malo - yacht race; lower left in graphite by unknown hand: J.S.204a
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.
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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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