Fumee d'Ambre Gris (Smoke of Ambergris), 1880 by John Singer Sargent
Canvas Print - 1711-SAR

Location: The Clark Art Institute, Massachusetts, USA
Original Size: 139 x 90.6 cm
Fumee d'Ambre Gris (Smoke of Ambergris), 1880 | Sargent | Giclée Canvas Print
Fumee d'Ambre Gris (Smoke of Ambergris) | Sargent, 1880 | Giclée Canvas Print

Giclée Canvas Print | $50.46 USD

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"Fumee d'Ambre Gris (Smoke of Ambergris)" will be custom-printed for your order using the latest giclée printing technology. This technique ensures that the Canvas Print captures an exceptional level of detail, showcasing vibrant and vivid colors with remarkable clarity.

Our use of the finest quality, fine-textured canvas lends art reproductions a painting-like appearance. Combined with a satin-gloss coating, it delivers exceptional print outcomes, showcasing vivid colors, intricate details, deep blacks, and impeccable contrasts. The canvas structure is also highly compatible with canvas stretching frames, further enhancing its versatility.

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If you select a frameless art print of "Fumee d'Ambre Gris (Smoke of Ambergris)" by Sargent, it will be prepared for shipment within 48 hours. However, if you prefer a framed artwork, the printing and framing process will typically require approximately 7-8 days before it is ready to be shipped.

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In John Singer Sargent's "Fumée d'Ambre Gris," created in 1880, we are transported to a world of intoxicating mystery and opulence. The painting presents an enigmatic scene set in a white-walled, Moorish interior. A veiled woman stands in the center, draped in an exquisite, flowing robe that shimmers with subtle hues of white and cream, highlighted by delicate, colorful embroidery peeking from beneath. She holds the veil over her face with one hand, adding an air of secrecy and allure.

The composition is dominated by the play of light and shadow, with Sargent masterfully capturing the ethereal quality of the white fabric against the stark architectural backdrop. The intricate design of the floor tiles beneath her feet draws the eye down, contrasting with the soft folds of her garment. At the woman's feet lies an ornate silver incense burner, emitting the titular smoke of ambergris, a substance historically prized for its use in perfumes and medicines.

This smoke curls upwards, creating an almost tangible presence in the scene, suggesting the exotic and sensory nature of the experience. Sargent's brushwork here is both precise and fluid, rendering textures with a keen sensitivity that brings the painting to life. The muted color palette, punctuated by the subtle vibrancy of the woman's hidden dress and the rich pattern of the floor, evokes a sense of quiet luxury and timeless beauty.

"Fumée d'Ambre Gris" is a testament to Sargent's ability to blend realism with an impressionistic touch, capturing a moment that is both specific and dreamlike, inviting viewers to lose themselves in the rich cultural tapestry he so elegantly depicts.

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Marcus  Verified Icon Verified Buyer
12th November 2021 12:46pm
I thought you might be interested in the final painting after it has been framed and hung. Looks great and I'm very happy with it.
Thanks again!
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Emily  Verified Icon Verified Buyer
20th October 2020 11:39am
I love the painting!
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