Who painted Study for "Frieze of Prophets"?

Study for "Frieze of Prophets" was painted by John Singer Sargent in 1891.

Where can I see Study for "Frieze of Prophets"?

Study for "Frieze of Prophets" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Study for "Frieze of Prophets"?

Study for "Frieze of Prophets" is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Study for "Frieze of Prophets"?

Museum-quality prints of Study for "Frieze of Prophets" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Study for "Frieze of Prophets"

John Singer Sargent , 1891

Study for "Frieze of Prophets" is a charcoal drawing by the Impressionist artist John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This drawing is a study for a larger work, executed in charcoal and white chalk on gray laid paper.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left edge in graphite by unknown hand: 6.193

About this work

Overview

This drawing is a study for a larger work, executed in charcoal and white chalk on gray laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts draped fabric enveloping a concealed form, with the arrangement of folds and creases suggesting depth and layering.

Technique & Style

Sargent employed the rough texture of the paper to build up layers of chalk, creating a tactile representation of fabric. Subtle shifts in shading convey a sense of movement and dimensionality.

Context

The study is related to Sargent's work on a frieze featuring prophets, indicating a larger artistic project.

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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.