Wellhorn and Wetterhorn from Brunig 1870

"Wellhorn and Wetterhorn from Brunig" is a watercolor painting by John Singer Sargent, created in 1870 during his travels through the Swiss Alps. The artwork depicts a dramatic landscape of towering peaks and glaciers, showcasing Sargent's early talent for capturing the grandeur of nature. The artist's signature and inscription in the lower right corner identify the prominent peaks as the Wellhorn and Wetterhorn, adding a specific context to the scene. The painting offers a glimpse into Sargent's artistic development before he became a renowned portrait painter.