The artwork titled “Polly Barnard (also known as study for Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose)” is a pencil sketch created by John Singer Sargent around the year 1885. It belongs to the Realism art movement and serves as a sketch and study category. The dimensions of the artwork measure 27.9 cm by 23.5 cm.
The artwork features a delicate pencil rendering of a young girl, depicted with subtle, flowing lines that convey a sense of gentle contemplation. Her eyes are closed, and her head is slightly bowed, suggesting a peaceful or introspective mood. The artist has captured the grace and tenderness of the subject through the simplicity and fluidity of the pencil strokes. The sketch is indicative of Sargent’s masterful ability to convey emotion and character with minimalistic yet expressive lines. This piece is a study for a larger work, demonstrating the artist’s meticulous preparation and attention to detail.
