Study of Apollo for ‘Apollo and the Muses’ II (c. 1921)

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On our website, we are thrilled to feature an exquisite artwork by the celebrated American painter John Singer Sargent, titled "Study of Apollo for ‘Apollo and the Muses’ II," created around 1921. This drawing serves as a preparatory study and offers a fascinating insight into Sargent’s creative process.The artwork portrays Apollo, the god of music, poetry, and the arts in Greek mythology, captured in a striking pose that demonstrates both strength and elegance. Apollo is depicted standing, his body slightly turned, with one arm reaching upwards as if to command the muses or perhaps to draw attention to the divine source of inspiration. His physical form is meticulously rendered, with careful attention to the musculature and anatomy, highlighting Sargent's mastery in understanding human physique and movement.Executed in graphite on paper, the drawing is detailed and delicate, balanced with the boldness of the pose. The grid lines visible in the background hint at the careful planning that Sargent put into composing his artworks, ensuring accuracy in proportions and perspective.This study not only showcases Sargent’s skill as a draftsman but also reflects his deep engagement with themes from classical antiquity. "Study of Apollo for ‘Apollo and the Muses’ II" is more than just a draft; it is a window into the artist’s profound connection with the wider cultural and historical narratives that inspire his larger works.

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Born in Florence to American expatriate parents, John Singer Sargent (1856–1925) is considered Europe's leading portrait painter of the Edwardian era. He was educated at both Accademia delle Belle Arti and Paris's École des Beaux Arts. While in Paris, under the guidance of Émile–Auguste Carolus–Duran, a portraitist and muralist, Sargent learned to paint directly from observation without first sketching, employing a fluidity, influenced by the Impressionists. Sargent created more than 2,900 paintings, mainly portraits and landscapes from his travels across the Atlantic, Europe, the Middle East and America.