The artwork, “A Gust of Wind” by John Singer Sargent, created circa 1886 to 1887, is rendered in oil on canvas. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and measures 156.46 x 96.77 cm. This genre painting is currently part of a private collection.
“A Gust of Wind” depicts a figure, seemingly caught in a moment of movement, highlighted by the impression of a strong wind. The subject, a woman dressed in a white garment, clutches a hat atop her head, fighting the force of the wind. The brushstrokes are loose and fluid, typical of the Impressionist style, capturing the ephemeral nature of wind and movement. The sky in the background is a vibrant blue with scattered clouds, enhancing the dynamic sense of an outdoor scene. The ground, touched with tall grasses and earthy tones, contrasts beautifully with the bright sky and creates a cohesive composition that embodies the whims of nature.
