Dr. Pozzi at Home
1881
Dr. Samuel Pozzi, a famous French gynecologist and close friend of the artist, poses in a striking crimson silk dressing gown that practically glows against the dark, textured red background. Sargent captured this full-length portrait in 1881, perfectly nailing Pozzi's flamboyant personality and the intimate, almost theatrical atmosphere of his Parisian home. The bold, monochromatic use of red and the subject's confident, hand-on-heart pose made it a sensation when it debuted, showcasing Sargent's masterful ability to blend academic precision with a daring, modern flair.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
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