Who painted Studies for "Gassed"?

Studies for "Gassed" was painted by John Singer Sargent in 1918.

Where can I see Studies for "Gassed"?

Studies for "Gassed" is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

Studies for "Gassed"

John Singer Sargent , 1918

Studies for "Gassed" is a charcoal drawing by John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Studies for 'Gassed' is a charcoal and graphite drawing on laid paper by John Singer Sargent, dated between 1918 and 1919. The work comprises three soldier figures in diverse poses.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts soldiers in somber, quiet attitudes, conveying a sense of stillness and tragedy. This reflects Sargent's contemplation of war's emotional toll during its creation.

Technique & Style

Executed in charcoal and graphite, the figures are rendered in muted sepia tones against a plain background, emphasizing the solemnity of the subject matter.

History & Provenance

Created in the immediate aftermath of World War I (1918-1919), the drawing is part of Sargent's engagement with the war's impact, preceding his larger work 'Gassed'.

Context

Reflecting the late-war and post-war atmosphere, the piece captures the widespread somberness and reflection on the human cost of conflict.

Legacy

As preparatory studies for 'Gassed', these drawings provide insight into Sargent's creative process and his contribution to the visual representation of World War I's emotional aftermath.

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.

Museum

National Gallery of Art

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