Wineglasses
probably 1875 Museum of Fine Arts Boston
About this artwork
This small-scale oil painting depicts a sun-dappled terrace scene featuring a table set with two glasses of red wine. It captures the interplay of light and shadow filtered through a pergola.
Did you know?
While Sargent is best known for his glamorous society portraits, this work showcases his early interest in the Impressionist focus on light and fleeting domestic moments. The artist painted this during his time in Paris, reflecting the influence of contemporary French painters who favored open-air, informal subjects. Notably, the date '1874' is inscribed by the artist in the bottom right corner, confirming it was painted just as the Impressionist movement was taking shape in France.
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Wineglasses
John Singer Sargent, probably 1875
