Artwork
Study for "Phaethon"
Study for "Phaethon" is a graphite drawing by John Singer Sargent. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Study for 'Phaethon' is a drawing created by John Singer Sargent between 1922 and 1925, using graphite and charcoal on brown laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a nude male figure in a dynamic pose, conveying a sense of falling or floating, set against a backdrop of swirling clouds or smoke, evoking a sense of movement and drama.
Technique & Style
Sargent's use of graphite and charcoal on brown laid paper captures the precise musculature of the figure and the ethereal quality of the scene, emphasizing the contrast between the serene facial features and the turbulent surroundings.
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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Falling Male Nude [verso]
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