Artist: John Singer Sargent
Topic: Flowers
Date: 1885
Size: 174 x 154 cm
Museum: Tate Gallery (London, United Kingdom)
Technique: Oil On Canvas
Discover the beauty and charm of Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose, a masterpiece created by American artist John Singer Sargent in 1885-86. This captivating oil-on-canvas painting showcases two young girls dressed in white, lighting paper lanterns as day turns to evening in an English garden filled with pink roses, yellow carnations, and tall white lilies.
A Perfect Blend of Light and Color
Sargent's innovative use of light and color sets this painting apart. He captured the exact level of light at dusk by painting en plein air, allowing him to achieve an overall purple tint that evokes the tranquility of evening. As summer turned to autumn, Sargent replaced the dying flowers with artificial ones to complete his work.
Inspiration and Influence
Sargent drew inspiration from various sources, including the popular song "Ye Shepherds Tell Me" by Joseph Mazzinghi and the English garden at Farnham House in Broadway. The author Robert Louis Stevenson, who was also staying at Farnham House during this time, influenced Sargent's work as well.
A Treasured Masterpiece
Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose received mixed reviews upon its debut at the Royal Academy summer exhibition in 1887. However, it gained recognition and was eventually acquired by the Tate Gallery using funds from the Chantrey Bequest. Today, this iconic painting remains a beloved part of the Tate collection and is on display at Tate Britain.
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