Spanish Midday, Aranjuez c. 1912

"Spanish Midday, Aranjuez" is a watercolor painting by American artist John Singer Sargent, circa 1912. The work depicts a scene in the Royal Palace of Aranjuez, Spain. The painting's composition is dominated by a row of trees that frame a pathway leading to the palace. The lush green foliage of the trees contrasts with the pale white facade of the palace, and a sense of tranquility pervades the scene. Sargent's masterful use of watercolor creates a luminous and atmospheric effect, capturing the soft light of a Spanish midday. This piece is a testament to Sargent's skill as a landscape painter and his ability to convey the beauty of the natural world.