The artwork titled “Captain John Spicer” by John Singer Sargent, created circa 1901, is an oil on canvas painting that measures 160 by 99.8 cm. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is classified as a portrait. Currently, the artwork is held in a private collection.
In “Captain John Spicer,” John Singer Sargent masterfully captures the essence of the subject with remarkable realism. The captain is depicted standing confidently, dressed in a dark coat, white shirt, and grey trousers. One of his hands rests nonchalantly in his coat pocket, while the other holds a hat. His facial expression is rendered with meticulous detail, reflecting both dignity and authority. The background is subdued, focusing the viewer’s attention on the figure’s commanding presence. Sargent’s adept use of light and shadow enhances the three-dimensionality of the subject, making the portrait lifelike and imposing.
