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Swans in the Water

John Singer Sargent

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two swans on the water. The drawing depicts the swans with simple, flowing lines. One swan is shown in a resting position with its wings folded, while the other seems to be preening or stretching its wings. The water is illustrated with light strokes to suggest reflection and movement.

Artwork Details

Date
1880-1900
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2604 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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