The artwork titled “Mrs. George Swinton” is a charcoal sketch created by John Singer Sargent in 1906. This piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of sketch and study. With dimensions of 61 x 47.6 cm, the artwork remains in a private collection.
The artwork depicts an elegant woman, likely Mrs. George Swinton, rendered with Sargent’s proficient use of charcoal. The subject’s facial features are detailed meticulously, with particular attention given to her expressive eyes and poised expression. Her coiffed hair frames her face gracefully, and the attire, suggested with swift and confident strokes, emphasizes her refined demeanor. The piece exudes a sense of both precision and fluidity, characteristic of Sargent’s masterful technique in capturing lifelike portraits.
