1924
charcoal
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Studies of Achilles for "Chiron and Achilles" is a 1924 charcoal by John Singer Sargent, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a male figure from the chest up. He's drawn with strong muscles. The artist focused on the body's shape and details. This sketch is interesting because it shows Sargent's skill with charcoal. He used it to create deep shadows and textures. You can learn more about this style by looking at 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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