Strapless: John Singer Sargent And The Fall Of Madame X

Strapless: John Singer Sargent And The Fall Of Madame X

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The Subject Of John Singer Sargent'S Most Famous Painting Was Twentythreeyearold New Orleans Creole Virginie Gautreau, Who Moved To Paris And Quickly Became The It Girl Of Her Day. A Relative Unknown At The Time, Sargent Won The Commission To Paint Her; The Two Must Have Recognized In Each Other A Likeminded Hunger For Fame.Unveiled At The 1884 Paris Salon, Gautreau'S Portrait Generated The Attention She Cravedbut It Led To Infamy Rather Than Stardom. Sargent Had Painted One Strap Of Gautreau'S Dress Dangling From Her Shoulder, Suggesting Either The Prelude To Or The Aftermath Of Sex. Her Reputation Irreparably Damaged, Gautreau Retired From Public Life, Destroying All The Mirrors In Her Home.Drawing On Documents From Private Collections And Other Previously Unexamined Materials, And Featuring A Cast Of Characters Including Oscar Wilde And Richard Wagner, Strapless Is A Tale Of Art And Celebrity, Obsession And Betrayal.

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  • Q: What is the main subject of 'Strapless: John Singer Sargent and the Fall of Madame X'? A: The main subject is Virginie Gautreau, a New Orleans Creole woman who became famous for her portrayal in John Singer Sargent's painting, 'Madame X'.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Strapless' is Deborah Davis.
  • Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 3, 2004.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is a used book in good condition.
  • Q: How many pages does 'Strapless' have? A: The book has a total of 320 pages.
  • Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: What themes are explored in 'Strapless'? A: The book explores themes of art, celebrity, obsession, and betrayal.
  • Q: Is 'Strapless' suitable for art history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'Strapless' is suitable for art history enthusiasts as it delves into the life of John Singer Sargent and the context of his famous painting.
  • Q: What kind of research was used in writing 'Strapless'? A: The author drew on documents from private collections and previously unexamined materials to provide a comprehensive narrative.
  • Q: Are there any notable historical figures mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book features notable figures such as Oscar Wilde and Richard Wagner, adding depth to the historical context.

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