1885
graphite
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Resting is a 1885 graphite by John Singer Sargent, a Impressionism work, depicting Reading, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see a woman resting in a peaceful scene. She's lying down, eyes closed, in a relaxed pose. The artist used soft colors to create a calm mood, which is interesting because it shows the artist's ability to convey feelings through simple scenes. The woman's face is serene, and her body is relaxed, showing that she's at ease. This detail suggests that the artist was trying to show a quiet moment. Check out the work of artist: Sargent, John Singer.
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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