Sketch of Cellini’s ‘Perseus’ 

John Singer Sargent's "Sketch of Cellini’s ‘Perseus’", is a watercolor painting showcasing the artist’s keen eye for detail and interest in classical sculpture. The drawing is a study of Benvenuto Cellini’s bronze statue of Perseus, a figure from Greek mythology known for slaying the Gorgon Medusa. Sargent’s drawing captures the dramatic pose of the hero, holding Medusa's severed head, and the powerful sense of movement within the composition. The artist’s use of watercolor brings a unique softness to the subject matter, suggesting the fluidity of form and movement in the original sculpture.