John Singer Sargent (American 1856-1925)
“Portrait of Percy Chubb I”, 1923
Expressive charcoal portrait of a middle-aged gentleman in three-quarter view, depicted with confident tonal modeling and a dark, atmospheric background, the sitter wears a suit, vest, and tie, his features rendered with strong highlights and deep shadow passages; charcoal technique and presentation are consistent with Sargent’s academic portrait practice
Charcoal on paper
Signed and dated lower margin John S. Sargent 1923
21 1/2″ x 11 1/2″
Provenance: Property from The Estate of Sally G. Chubb of Bernardsville, New Jersey.
Estimate: $20000 - $40000