The Age of Elegance

The Paintings of John Singer Sargent


A miniature edition of John Singer Sargent's portraits.


John Singer Sargent


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Price: USD$8.95

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Overview
  • Pocket-sized book concetrating on 100 paintings by John Singer Sargent
  • With occasional quotes from Henry James to reinforce the spirit of the age
  • With short introduction on the subject
  • Perfect stocking-filler



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About the book

Produced in a pocket-sized, jacketed-paperback format, Phaidon's Miniature Editions make ideal gifts and desirable possessions. Each book features a wealth of finely reproduced colour images.

John Singer Sargent's stylish portraits reflect the charm, opulence and assurance of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. Eclectic quotes from Henry James provide a poignant commentary.




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'Real little treasures.' (World of Interiors)


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