Landscape with trees, Calcot-on-the-Thames 1888

John Singer Sargent's "Landscape with trees, Calcot-on-the-Thames" (1888) is a captivating oil painting that showcases the artist's mastery of capturing the essence of a natural scene. The painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding river, a glimpse of a blue sky, and a dominant feature - three willow trees with their gracefully drooping branches. Sargent's signature loose brushstrokes, especially visible in the depiction of the trees, add a sense of movement and vibrancy to the composition. The painting, now in a private collection, exemplifies Sargent's talent for capturing fleeting moments of light and nature, creating a captivating landscape.