Dorothy by John Singer Sargent. An oil portrait of a young girl with dark hair wearing a large cream feathered hat and a white ruffled dress against a deep red background.

Dorothy

John Singer Sargent

1900 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A charming and spirited portrait of a young girl captured with the luminous brushwork of John Singer Sargent.

$243

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with softened warm notes — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Dining Room
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray, Rich brown

About the piece

Created around 1900, this portrait by the renowned John Singer Sargent showcases his ability to capture character with fluid, confident brushstrokes. The young subject, Dorothy, is depicted in an elaborate feathered hat and ruffled white dress, her direct gaze providing a striking focal point against the rich, moody red of the background.