Madame X Print John Singer Sargent

Description

John Singer Sargent’s Portrait of Madame X, completed in 1884, is a portrait of Parisian socialite Virginie Amélie Avegno Gautreau. While this work reflects Gautreau’s elegance and the beauty standards of the period, it caused a great controversy at the Paris Salon where it was first exhibited. The strap detail sliding from her shoulder was deemed “inappropriate” and caused Sargent to leave Paris.

In the work, Madame Gautreau is elegantly attired in a black, deeply decollete dress. The contrast of pale skin tone, dark background and dress emphasizes the figure. Sargent’s mastery of light and shadow gives Madame Gautreau a sculptural appearance. The strap detail, which initially caused controversy, was corrected by the artist.

Today, Madame X is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This work is considered a turning point in the art of portraiture.

 John Singer Sargent Madame X Print Poster and Canvas Art Product Description

Our Madame X Print John Singer Sargent prints are produced with high quality printing techniques. Artworks, original paintings or all the fine details of a picture are reflected in our museum quality posters or canvas art prints. You can buy our wall art prints framed or unframed. Our framed prints come ready to hang so you can easily hang them on your walls. We make simple changes for all your orders free of charge. You can specify your wishes in the order details at checkout, such as a name to be written on the product or the printing area of the photo etc.