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The Double-Edged Brush: Why John Singer Sargent Loathed the Lucrative World of Society Portraits

The Double-Edged Brush: Why John Singer Sargent Loathed the Lucrative World of Society Portraits

The Double-Edged Brush: Why John Singer Sargent Loathed the Lucrative World of Society Portraits

Born in Florence to American parents (January 12, 1856 – April 14, 192), he was trained in Paris before moving to London, living most of...

Apr 16, 20242 min read

Balthus; the Freud of Painting

Balthus; the Freud of Painting

Balthus; the Freud of Painting

Balthus has been dubbed the Freud of Painting for his provocative paintings of young adolescent girls. Born on February 29, 1908, he was...

Jun 6, 20234 min read

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