The artwork titled “Colonel Thomas Edward Vickers” was painted by the renowned artist John Singer Sargent in 1896. This oil on canvas portrait adheres to the Realism art movement and measures 76.2 by 63.5 centimeters. Currently part of a private collection, this portrait exemplifies the genre of portraiture.
The portrait presents Colonel Thomas Edward Vickers with a dignified and composed demeanor, his expression conveying a sense of solemnity and authority. The artist employs a dark, monochromatic background, which contrasts subtly with the lighter tones of the Colonel’s face and attire, thereby drawing the viewer’s attention directly to the subject’s countenance. Sargent’s technique, characterized by adept brushwork and precise attention to detail, captures not only the physical likeness of Colonel Vickers but also hints at his character and stature. The subdued color palette and the precise rendering of light and shadow are reflective of Sargent’s mastery in portraying human subjects with realism and depth.
