The artwork titled “Tarragona,” created by the artist John Singer Sargent in 1908, is an oil painting on canvas. Executed in the Impressionist style, the artwork measures 49.53 by 35.24 centimeters and belongs to the genre of cityscape.
The artwork portrays a segment of a building façade, featuring intricate architectural details and sculptural figures. The scene is bathed in warm, golden hues, suggesting sunlight illuminating the stone structures, enhancing their textures and intricate craftsmanship. The artist’s brushwork displays a keen attention to the play of light and shadow, capturing the essence of the historic urban environment. The figures adorning the façade are depicted with a sense of reverence and grandeur, each positioned in thoughtful poses, contributing to the overall majestic quality of the composition.
