Still amazed by the direct simplicity of these charcoal portraits-- and glad that this exhibition was mounted even in a time when few could visit and enjoy the works, though the gallery was filled and waiting. We tend to forget-- here where I live a local museum (MART) had mounted a show to display a newly-restored Caravaggio masterpiece, along with related masterful works...and nothing but the video tour remains. Not a soul could visit the museum during lockdown. Celebrate our current open access to original works of art, and try to see actual works as often as possible. It makes a difference.
For as much as I don't like watercolors (of his- I don't like the medium specifically) his charcoals are mesmerizing. I could look at the detail of these all day. thanks.
Placing great importance on the value of master drawings, I simply cannot look at Sargent's drawings without stating the obvious. And that is, for those who have seriously studied the best drawings throughout art history, I find these quite minor when compared to all the better artists. There is a degree of insipidity of "vision", while executed with much crowd-pleasing flashiness using a whole slew of what I must call "illustrator's tricks". Again, for me, Sargent's drawings (paintings, too!) do not measure up very well in the annals of Fine Art. The vision is always quite maudlin. I can understand his popularity because, on the surface, general likeness is depicted, but always with an eye on commercialism.
Too short! It was so brilliant thank you
I watched this with a smile on my face because these drawings are wonderful and I enjoyed them so much. Thank you.
Still amazed by the direct simplicity of these charcoal portraits-- and glad that this exhibition was mounted even in a time when few could visit and enjoy the works, though the gallery was filled and waiting. We tend to forget-- here where I live a local museum (MART) had mounted a show to display a newly-restored Caravaggio masterpiece, along with related masterful works...and nothing but the video tour remains. Not a soul could visit the museum during lockdown. Celebrate our current open access to original works of art, and try to see actual works as often as possible. It makes a difference.
Incredible display of line skills, expressionism and accuracy.
I saw the show at the Morgan Library in nyc. It was spectacular!
Excellent. Thank you.
JSS revived in the 21st century. Amazing artist.
For as much as I don't like watercolors (of his- I don't like the medium specifically) his charcoals are mesmerizing. I could look at the detail of these all day. thanks.
This was very enjoyable! Thank you!
I wish I could view these in person
Thank you for this lovely tour.
Thank you so much for sharing these drawings with me!
Very good. Thanks for posting.
thank you!
This video's a wonderful souvenir of the exhibition I saw at The Morgan Library in the Winter of 2019.
Stunning.
Amazing !!!
Thank you for sharing this
I click like even before i watch
Very good !
Thanks for the video
I really enjoyed this, thanks.
✍🖤.
Salamat po
calling them influencers made me choke lmao
Imagine your middle name and surname being occupations
Placing great importance on the value of master drawings, I simply cannot look at Sargent's drawings without stating the obvious. And that is, for those who have seriously studied the best drawings throughout art history, I find these quite minor when compared to all the better artists. There is a degree of insipidity of "vision", while executed with much crowd-pleasing flashiness using a whole slew of what I must call "illustrator's tricks". Again, for me, Sargent's drawings (paintings, too!) do not measure up very well in the annals of Fine Art. The vision is always quite maudlin. I can understand his popularity because, on the surface, general likeness is depicted, but always with an eye on commercialism.
Sad. A life of deception ,likes, scandals and near corruption.
As is usually the case, the narration ruins the video. Ridiculous commentary.