Mrs. Gardiner Greene Hammond (Esther Fiske Hammond) 1903

"Mrs. Gardiner Greene Hammond (Esther Fiske Hammond)" is a 1903 portrait by American artist John Singer Sargent, known for his masterful portraits of high society. The painting depicts Mrs. Hammond in a delicate white dress, her skin and features rendered with Sargent's signature realism. Her relaxed posture and gentle smile convey an air of refined elegance, typical of Sargent's portrayal of Gilded Age women. The use of soft lighting and subtle brushstrokes contribute to the overall sense of grace and beauty in this classic example of Sargent's work.