louis-augustus-sargent-british-1881-1965-a-french-salon
Lot 496
Louis Augustus Sargent (British, 1881-1965), A French Salon
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Oil on canvas (lined), signed at lower right, presented in a period appropriate gilt composition frame.

SS 21 x 27 in.; DOA 28 x 33.75 in.

Born in London to a French family, Sargent's father was an engraver. His family encouraged his artistic studies at the South Kensington School of Art. By 1908, Sargent and his artist wife were living in St. Ives and, while traveling and painting extensively throughout the Continent, they would retain strong ties to Cornwall for the remainder of their lives.

Scattered spot touch-ups visible under black light; overall an attractive presentation ready for display.

$800 - 1,200