Portrait of Dorothy Barnard 1889

John Singer Sargent’s “Portrait of Dorothy Barnard” is a masterful example of the artist's iconic style. Painted in 1889, the work depicts Dorothy Barnard, a young girl, in profile against a dark background, her features captured with a captivating realism that defines Sargent's portraits. The painting's loose brushwork, soft light, and elegant composition combine to create a sense of both intimacy and grandeur, highlighting Sargent's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects. The work currently resides at the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, United Kingdom.