sargent

Thân thiện

John Singer Sargent painted a portrait of a lady in a black dress.

Definition

Proper noun 1. A surname: A family name, most famously associated with the American portrait painter John Singer Sargent. 2. John Singer Sargent (1856–1925): An American artist, born in Italy, renowned for his portraits of wealthy and influential figures in society.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (referring to the artist):
  • The museum is hosting a major exhibition of works by Sargent.
  • Her portrait was painted in the style of Sargent.
• Proper noun (as a surname):
  • General Sargent led the division during the campaign.
  • The Sargent family has lived here for generations.

Advanced Usage

• "A Sargent": Can be used to refer to a portrait by John Singer Sargent or a work in his distinctive style.
  • The drawing room featured a stunning Sargent above the mantelpiece.
• Sargent-esque (adj): Resembling or in the manner of John Singer Sargent's work, particularly his fluid brushwork and portrayal of character.
  • The photographer's use of light and pose was distinctly Sargent-esque.

Variants and Related Words

• Sargentian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of John Singer Sargent or his work. (A less common variant of "Sargent-esque").

Synonyms

• Portraitist: A painter or photographer who makes portraits. (This describes Sargent's primary profession).
• Society painter: An artist known for painting portraits of fashionable or high-society individuals. (This describes a key aspect of Sargent's career).

Notes on Meaning

The word Sargent is almost exclusively a proper noun. Its primary cultural reference is to the painter John Singer Sargent. It is not to be confused with the military rank sergeant, which is pronounced similarly but spelled differently. When used in an artistic context, it specifically denotes that painter and his body of work.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States painter (born in Italy) known for his society portraits (1856-1925)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Sargent
• John Singer Sargent