The artwork, titled “A Siesta,” was created by John Singer Sargent in 1907. Executed in watercolor on paper, it is aligned with the Impressionism movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. Measuring 40.64 by 53.34 cm, the artwork currently resides in a private collection.
In the artwork, two women are depicted reclining on the grass in a state of restful slumber, with one of them partially shaded by a parasol. Their relaxed postures and closed eyes convey a serene, leisurely afternoon, enhanced by the warm, dappled light filtering through the foliage. The use of watercolors lends a softness to the scene, with brushstrokes that capture the subtle variations of color and light in the natural setting. The parasol adds a delicate touch, suggesting the pleasantness of the siesta and the intimacy of the moment shared between the figures. The surrounding environment bursts with a palette of greens and earth tones, further emphasizing the peacefulness and simplicity of this idyllic scene.
