Gallipoli (from Sketchbook) 1904

"Gallipoli (from Sketchbook)" is a watercolor on paper by American artist Mary Newbold Sargent, created in 1904. The work depicts a distant view of the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey, with a light blue sky and a tranquil sea. This sketch exemplifies Sargent’s artistic style which includes a focus on landscapes and often feature muted palettes and a sense of serenity, capturing the beauty of nature, rather than depicting bustling daily life. This sketch is part of Sargent's sketchbook series, and was done during a time when she traveled and painted extensively in Europe. The piece is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, and is a testament to her legacy as a prolific landscape artist.