SARGENT, John Singer: Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose

Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose John Singer Sargent's luminous masterpiece captures the magic of twilight through an enchanting garden scene of young girls lighting Japanese lanterns. Painted in the 1880s, this work represents the pinnacle of late 19th-century Impressionism, showcasing Sargent's extraordinary ability to render flickering light and delicate floral forms with seemingly effortless brushwork. The painting's dreamy, almost theatrical quality—enhanced by the glowing lanterns and carefully arranged flowers—has made it one of the most beloved and recognizable works in the Tate Gallery's collection.