Two Girls with Parasols at Fladbury by John Singer Sargent
Description: "Two Girls with Parasols at Fladbury" by John Singer Sargent is a charming plein air painting that captures a serene moment in the English countryside. Painted around 1889, this artwork depicts two young girls, elegantly dressed and holding parasols, leisurely strolling through the lush greenery of Fladbury, a small village in Worcestershire, England. The composition is marked by Sargent’s masterful use of light and shadow, with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves, casting soft patterns on the grass and the figures. The parasols, a common motif in Sargent's works, add a delicate and graceful touch to the scene, enhancing the sense of leisurely elegance that permeates the painting. The loose brushstrokes and the vibrant color palette reflect Sargent's Impressionist influences, while his focus on capturing the immediacy of the moment shows his commitment to naturalism.
John Singer Sargent, one of the most celebrated portrait painters of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was known for his ability to blend Impressionism's fluidity with his academic training. Born in 1856 in Florence to American parents, Sargent trained in Paris before establishing himself in London. His ability to capture light, atmosphere, and texture brought him international acclaim. In "Two Girls with Parasols at Fladbury," Sargent’s emphasis on light and natural settings showcases his desire to move beyond formal portraiture and explore more intimate and spontaneous moments, reflecting his diverse artistic range.
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Location and Date Created: Fladbury, Worcestershire, England, circa 1889.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Two Girls with Parasols at Fladbury.
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Artwork Style: Impressionism-influenced realism.
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Subject/Topic: Two young girls with parasols in a lush English countryside setting, emphasizing the interplay of light and natural surroundings.
