Bridge of Sighs 

John Singer Sargent’s “Bridge of Sighs” depicts a gondola navigating a narrow canal in Venice, Italy. The iconic Bridge of Sighs, a 16th-century enclosed bridge connecting a prison to a courthouse, serves as a dramatic backdrop. Sargent’s masterful use of watercolor captures the atmospheric quality of the scene, emphasizing the contrast between the light-filled sky and the shadowy depths of the canal. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, suggesting the movement of the water and the fleeting nature of light. This evocative watercolor reflects Sargent’s renowned talent for capturing the beauty and atmosphere of his surroundings.