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John Singer Sargent

An American who spent most of his life in Europe, Sargent was famous for his society portraits influenced by Velázquez, Hals, and the Impressionists.

Dates
1856–1925
Born In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy > North America > United States
Active In
Europe > Western Europe > France, England
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
Aestheticism
Gilded Age
Impressionism
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting
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