Artwork
Portrait of Almina Daughter of Asher Wertheimer
Portrait of Almina Daughter of Asher Wertheimer is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1908 and is held in the collection of the Tate Britain.
About this work
Overview
This 1908 oil painting by John Singer Sargent is a portrait of Almina Wertheimer, daughter of Asher Wertheimer. It is part of the Tate Britain collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Almina Wertheimer seated on a low platform, wearing a white robe with gold accents and a headdress with a veil. She holds a stringed instrument, conveying a calm and introspective mood.
Technique & Style
Sargent's use of oil paint captures intricate patterns on Almina's clothing and instrument, set against a dark background with hints of blue and green. The work is associated with the Impressionist movement.
History & Provenance
John Singer Sargent, born in Florence to American parents and trained in Paris, settled in London and created this portrait in 1908. The painting is now held in the Tate Britain collection.
Artist & collection
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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