Norton Museum to acquire John Singer Sargent portrait of Amelia Earhart benefactor
The First Art Newspaper on the Net    Established in 1996 Monday, November 25, 2024


Norton Museum to acquire John Singer Sargent portrait of Amelia Earhart benefactor
John Singer Sargent (b. 1856), Portrait of Mrs. Frederick Guest (Amy Phipps) (1905). Promised Gift of the Guest family.



WEST PALM BEACH, FLA.- The Norton Museum of Art announced today the acquisition of the painting Portrait of Mrs. Frederick Guest (Amy Phipps) (1905) by American artist John Singer Sargent. The portrait is a generous gift from the sitter's grandson, Alexander M. D. C. Guest, and the Guest family. The acquisition further strengthens the Norton’s robust holdings of American art, and represents the institution’s first oil painting by Sargent and its first example of his signature portraiture, which established him as one of the most prolific painters at the turn of the twentieth century.

“The Norton is deeply grateful to the Guest family for this meaningful addition to its collection,” said Ghislain d’Humieres, Kenneth C. Griffin Director and CEO. “Not only is it a significant example of Sargent’s defining style, but this portrait also brings with it the captivating history of Amy Phipps Guest, whose interest in aviation led to her learning to pilot an aircraft herself, and ultimately providing the crew and plane for Amelia Earhart’s world-famous voyage. We are pleased to add this remarkable painting and important artifact of American history to the Norton’s robust collection of American art.

Portrait of Mrs. Frederick Guest (Amy Phipps) was commissioned by Mrs. Henry Phipps (“Annie”), the mother of Amy Phipps (1871–1959), daughter of a Pittsburgh steel magnate, to celebrate the occasion of her marriage to English aristocrat Captain Frederick Edward Guest in 1905. The painting depicts Phipps Guest in front of an imaginary backdrop with a classical balustrade and wooded landscape, a setting reminiscent of the backgrounds in 17th- and 18th-century portraits by artists like Anthony van Dyck and Joshua Reynolds. The piece demonstrates the signature style that made Sargent a favorite of Anglo-American upper classes at the turn of the 20th century, illustrating his ability to create works that reference the Old Master tradition while incorporating modern brush techniques.

The painting was first exhibited at the Royal Academy in London in 1906, debuting to contemporary praise; The Times lauded the portrait as “so full of life and character, so charming in colour, and so superb in painting.”

In the years following her marriage, Phipps Guest went on to develop a passion and skill for aviation and dreamt of becoming the first woman to complete a solo flight across the Atlantic. She reluctantly abandoned her plan after her family convinced her it was too dangerous but made an indelible mark on American cultural history when she connected with the young Amelia Earhart, determined to ensure that a woman make the journey.

“This magnificent Sargent of my late grandmother Amy is not only a beautiful portrait, but an important piece of American history that will act in dialogue with the Norton’s robust collection to create a fuller picture of the American canon,” said Alexander M. D. C. Guest, grandson of the painting’s subject. “My family and I are eager to share this outstanding work with art lovers from the local community and from around the world.”










Today's News

April 22, 2023

Paul Georges: Abstracting the Figurative on view at Simon Lee Gallery

Norton Museum to acquire John Singer Sargent portrait of Amelia Earhart benefactor

Her scent fills the Museum of Sex

Alexander Shelly named Artistic and Music Director of Artis

Loren Cameron, 63, dies; His camera brought transgender men to light

Female designers star at Bonhams London sale

The Coronation Sale celebrates over eight centuries of royal history at Sotheby's

Hindman New York appoints Aaron Cator Senior Specialist, Post War & Contemporary Art

Intriguing Surrealist work tops Bonhams Impressionist sale in London

Jessica Burstein, whose camera captured New York, dies at 76

Spring success for Bonhams Hot Off the Press Prints sale in London

Hollywood's Golden Age takes center stage at Cowan's this May

Jaune Quick-to-See-Smith, shaped by the land

Review: In 'The Thanksgiving Play,' who gets to tell the story?

A dancer's life: Chita Rivera on working hard and learning from the best

A new era for Bonhams Scotland

Helen Barolini, chronicler of Italian American women, dies at 97

Asian Arts' diversity showcased at Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr from 9 to 16 June

Survey of contemporary artist presents powerful interpretation of Crow history

Ackland Art Museum's new exhibition, 'Unsettled Things: Art from an African American South', opens in Chapel Hill

EstateOfMind's May 6th auction to feature collection of railroadiana, clocks and lighting

Igshaan Adams now being represented by Thomas Dane Gallery

The automatic soap dispenser, an unusual and practical accessory

7 Natural Ways to Prevent Aging Signs on the Face

What Is the Difference between a Feminized Seed?

Jackets for Every Season: Lightweight, Mid-Weight, and Heavyweight Options




Museums, Exhibits, Artists, Milestones, Digital Art, Architecture, Photography,
Photographers, Special Photos, Special Reports, Featured Stories, Auctions, Art Fairs,
Anecdotes, Art Quiz, Education, Mythology, 3D Images, Last Week, .

 



Founder:
Ignacio Villarreal
(1941 - 2019)
Editor & Publisher: Jose Villarreal
Art Director: Juan José Sepúlveda Ramírez
Writer: Ofelia Zurbia Betancourt

Attorneys
Truck Accident Attorneys
Accident Attorneys
Houston Dentist
Abogado de accidentes
สล็อต
สล็อตเว็บตรง
Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Royalville Communications, Inc
produces:

ignaciovillarreal.org juncodelavega.com facundocabral-elfinal.org
Founder's Site. Hommage
to a Mexican poet.
Hommage
       

The First Art Newspaper on the Net. The Best Versions Of Ave Maria Song Junco de la Vega Site Ignacio Villarreal Site Parroquia Natividad del Señor
Tell a Friend
Dear User, please complete the form below in order to recommend the Artdaily newsletter to someone you know.
Please complete all fields marked *.
Sending Mail
Sending Successful