Sketch of Cellini’s Perseus – John Singer Sargent, c. 1909–1910
Framed Canvas Reproduction
Experience the timeless dialogue between sculpture and sketch in Sketch of Cellini’s Perseus, a masterful watercolor and graphite study by John Singer Sargent. Created around 1909–1910 during his visits to Florence’s Loggia dei Lanzi, Sargent translates Benvenuto Cellini’s famous Renaissance bronze into a lively, expressive image on paper.
Rendered with delicate precision and confident energy, the study captures the grandeur of Perseus and the subtle drama of pose and form. Sargent’s balance of exacting draftsmanship with brushy watercolors reveals a deep respect for classical tradition paired with a distinctly modern sensibility. This work is part of a series of studies Sargent executed of the statue from various angles, underscoring his passion for art history as well as his draughtsman’s curiosity.
Our museum-quality framed canvas reproduction elevates this intimate drawing into a polished display piece—perfect for collectors of classical studies, art historical sketches, or timeless studio drawings. It adds a touch of scholarly refinement and mythic resonance to libraries, study rooms, or academic interiors.
