Asher Wertheime 1898

"Asher Wertheime" is an oil on canvas portrait by American artist John Singer Sargent, completed in 1898. The portrait, which is currently housed in the Tate Britain in London, depicts Asher Wertheime, a prominent art collector and dealer, standing with a dark dog at his side. Sargent's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, emphasizing Wertheime's strong features and confident demeanor. The artist's signature, visible in the upper left corner, adds an authentic touch to the portrait.