John Singer Sargent
Today we continue our special month with the National Galleries of Scotland's collection with this beautiful portrait by John Singer Sargent. This American expatriate artist is considered to be the "leading portrait painter of his generation" for his evocations of Edwardian-era luxury. Enjoy! :)
The confident gaze and relaxed posture of Lady Agnew (born Gertrude Vernon) was unusual in contemporary portraiture. The spontaneous feel of the image was enhanced further by the fluid and sweeping brushwork. When the painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy in London in 1893, it was an instant success. The positive reception helped to secure Sargent’s reputation in Britain. At the same time, it launched Lady Agnew as a celebrity figure in high society. Btw. check out this most famous and controversial portrait ever done by Sargent!
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