John Singer Sargent: The Sensualist

by Trevor Fairbrother

Other authorsJohn Singer Sargent (Painter)
Hardcover, 2000

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Publication

Seattle Art Museum / Yale University Press, (2000)

Description

"The art of John Singer Sargent is extraodinarily sensual. The paintings depict and celebrate sources of pleasure - enchanting places, intriguing objects, and striking individuals. In this book, Trevor Fairbrother argues that viewing the artist as a sensualist connects otherwise conflicting elements of his oeuvre and offers a new interpretation of his life and work." "Fairbrother discusses the complex currents in Sargent's life, analyzes how these shaped his work, and shows how his skills as a draftsman formed the foundation for his rapid, broadly brushed painting style. The book is lavishly illustrated with numerous examples of Sargent's oils, watercolors, and sketches - in particular his portraits and studies of models and dancers - that amply demonstrate the sensual aspect of his art."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved… (more)

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LibraryThing member mahallett
I'm into Sargent. This book was good.

Awards

Washington State Book Award (Winner — 2001)

Language

Original language

English

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Inscribed by the author

Barcode

7581
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