From Jerusalem
1902 Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this artwork
This watercolor landscape depicts the arid, hilly terrain near Jerusalem with a delicate handling of light and color washes. It reflects Sargent's extensive travels in the Middle East during the early 20th century.
Did you know?
John Singer Sargent was world-renowned for his society portraits, but he secretly harbored a profound passion for watercolor painting. During his travels through the Middle East, he produced vibrant, atmospheric works that allowed him to experiment with light and landscape in ways his formal commissions did not permit. He often kept these intimate watercolors for himself or his friends, considering them a private creative outlet rather than commercial products.
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From Jerusalem
John Singer Sargent, 1902
