Stream and Rocks c. 1901 - 1908

John Singer Sargent, known for his portraits, also painted landscapes. “Stream and Rocks,” completed between 1901 and 1908, is a watercolor depicting a flowing stream and the rocks bordering it. Sargent captures the movement of the water with loose brushstrokes and a cool, light palette, while the rocks are rendered in a more grounded palette of browns and grays. This painting exemplifies Sargent's ability to translate the fleeting beauty of nature onto canvas.