Bust of a Man
1880-1905
John Singer Sargent was a master of capturing a likeness with just a few strokes, and this pencil sketch proves it. The subject, a balding man with a serious gaze, emerges from the paper with incredible economy—Sargent uses quick, confident lines for the suit and delicate shading for the face. Known primarily for his glamorous oil portraits of high society, Sargent actually produced over 2,000 drawings like this one, often as quick studies or gifts for friends. It's a great example of how a few well-placed marks can say more than a fully rendered painting.
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