How did Sargent capture the 'modern' spirit?
I believe the 'modern' spirit in my work emerged from my engagement with the life I observed. It wasn't an abstract pursuit, but a reflection of the people and places I encountered. My portraits, for instance, aimed to convey the confidence and self-possession of my sitters, who were often figures of influence and public life. In my landscapes and genre scenes, like 'El Jaleo,' I sought to capture the dynamism and immediate sensation of a moment, rather than a staged or idealized tableau.
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