John Singer Sargent pursued his artistic education in Italy and Germany before furthering his studies in Paris under the guidance of Emile Auguste Carolus-Duran.

In 1850, Fitzwilliam Sargent, a physician, married Mary Newbold Singer, daughter of a successful local merchant.

El Jaleo is a painting created in 1852 by John Singer Sargent depicting a Spanish Gypsy dancer performing in a lively and passionate manner.

In late summer 1854, Fitzwilliam Sargent and Mary Newbold Singer moved to Europe seeking a healthful climate and a distraction after the death of their firstborn child.

John Singer Sargent, the American artist, was born in 1856.

John Singer Sargent, an American expatriate artist known as the 'leading portrait painter of his generation', was born in Florence, Italy. He created numerous oil paintings, watercolors, sketches, and charcoal drawings, documenting his worldwide travels and capturing Edwardian-era luxury.

In May 1874, John Singer Sargent started studying under the guidance of Carolus-Duran, a prominent portrait painter in Third Republic France. Duran emphasized immediate painting without preliminary drawings, using thick layers of paint, and drawing inspiration from artists like Velázquez, Hals, and Rembrandt.

John Singer Sargent portrayed Neville Cain around 1875.

In May 1876, John Singer Sargent embarked on his first trip to the United States with his mother and sister Emily. During this trip, he visited the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia and Niagara Falls.

In 1877, John Singer Sargent exhibited at the Salon, showcasing a balance of portraits and subject pictures. His innovative approach to painting garnered critical attention and success at a young age.

In 1879, John Singer Sargent painted a portrait of Carolus-Duran, which was well-received and marked the direction of his mature work.

In 1880, John Singer Sargent exhibited a portrait of Madame Edouard Pailleron at the Salon.

Sargent sent this flamboyant painting for exhibition at the Royal Academy in 1881. It features Dr. Pozzi in a domestic setting, showcasing Sargent's early success in portrait painting.

Painted in 1882, The Daughters of Edward Darley Boit by John Singer Sargent is influenced by Velázquez's Las Meninas, showcasing individuality and personality of the sitters in a haunting interior.

Displayed at the Royal Academy in 1883, this traditional portrait of Mrs. Henry White was among the paintings that encouraged Sargent to permanently move to London in 1886.

The scandal caused by John Singer Sargent's daring portrait of Madame Gautreau at the Salon of 1884 led to his departure to London the following year.

Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose is a painting by John Singer Sargent from 1885, capturing the beauty of two young girls lighting lanterns in a garden at dusk.

In 1886, John Singer Sargent painted the portrait of Mrs Robert Harrison. Sargent was a renowned portraitist who painted many distinguished personalities of his time.

In 1887, John Singer Sargent's painting Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose was displayed at the Royal Academy, receiving positive feedback from English critics and leading to its acquisition by the British nation.

In 1888, John Singer Sargent had his first one man show at the St. Botolph Club in Boston. The exhibition marked a significant milestone in Sargent's career as a portrait painter.

One of Sargent's impressionistic works is 'Paul Helleu Sketching with his Wife', painted in 1889. This painting features Paul César Helleu and his wife Alice, showcasing Sargent's friendship with Helleu.

In 1890, John Singer Sargent painted the portrait of Lady Agnew of Lochnaw, which combined impressionism, aestheticism, and realism. The portrait showcased Sargent's ability to capture the essence of his subjects with daring compositions.

In 1891, John Singer Sargent started working on the murals for the Boston Public Library, a significant project in his artistic career.

Painted in 1892, Lady Agnew of Lochnaw was one of Sargent's notable portrait commissions in the 1890s. The painting exemplifies Sargent's grand manner and exquisite portrayal of his subjects.

In 1893, John Singer Sargent exhibited nine of his portraits at the Palace of Fine Arts at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.

In 1896, John Singer Sargent was commissioned by the Trustees of the Metropolitan Museum of Art to produce a portrait of Henry Gurdon Marquand, the second president of the museum.

In 1897, John Singer Sargent painted the flamboyant and fantastic portrait of Mrs. Carl Meyer and Her Children, which was praised by Henry James for its talent and boldness. This portrait marked a significant moment in Sargent's career.

In 1898, Asher Wertheimer commissioned John Singer Sargent to paint a series of a dozen portraits of his family, which are now displayed at the Tate Britain.

In 1900, John Singer Sargent painted The Wyndham Sisters: Lady Elcho, Mrs. Tennant, and Mrs. Adeane. This oil painting is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

John Singer Sargent exhibited a portrait of Professor Ingram Bywater in 1901.

In 1902, Sargent painted one of his last major portraits in his bravura style, depicting Lord Ribblesdale in an elegant hunting uniform.

John Singer Sargent created a portrait of Theodore Roosevelt in 1903. This oil painting captures the essence of the former President of the United States.

In 1904, John Singer Sargent revealed a portrait of Lady Helen Vincent, Viscountess D’Abernon, showcasing her exceptional beauty and charm, two decades after his controversial painting Madame X.

In December 2004, Group with Parasols (A Siesta) painted by John Singer Sargent was sold for $23.5 million, almost double the estimated price. This sale marked a significant increase in the value of Sargent's paintings, with the previous highest price being $11 million.

In 1906, Sargent portrayed his friends and family dressed in Orientalist costume in the painting 'The Chess Game'. This work allowed for a more vivid palette and experimental handling compared to his commissioned pieces.

In 1907, John Singer Sargent decided to stop accepting portrait commissions and focused on his career as a watercolorist. This transition was a result of his growing interest in travel studies in watercolor and the critical acclaim he received for his watercolor paintings.

John Singer Sargent painted a portrait of Almina, Daughter of Asher Wertheimer in 1908, where she is depicted wearing a Persian costume, a pearl encrusted turban, and playing an Indian sarod. The portrait aimed to convey sensuality and mystery, appealing to the exotic tastes of his Jewish clients.

In 1909, John Singer Sargent exhibited eighty-six watercolours in New York City, with eighty-three of them being acquired by the Brooklyn Museum.

After 1910, John Singer Sargent shifted his focus from portraiture to painting murals and landscapes, particularly Alpine and Italian scenes in watercolor. This marked a significant transition in his artistic career.

John Singer Sargent's artwork 'Fountain, with Girl Sketching' from around 1913.

In 1916, John Singer Sargent worked on decorative paintings for public buildings like the Museum of Fine Arts.

In 1917, Sargent completed his portrait of John D. Rockefeller, after which critics began to view him as a master of the past.

In 1918, John Singer Sargent painted 'Gassed' as an official war artist during World War I. This painting, depicting the aftermath of a mustard gas attack, is considered one of his late masterpieces.

Sargent's most important war picture, 'Gassed', is located in the Imperial War Museum in London. It depicts the aftermath of a mustard gas attack during World War I.

A retrospective exhibition of John Singer Sargent's work was held at the Grand Central Art Galleries in New York in 1924, showcasing his artistic achievements.

John Singer Sargent, the American artist, passed away in 1925.

John Singer Sargent, the successful portrait painter, passed away.

John Singer Sargent passed away on April 15, 1925, in London, England, at the age of 69.

In 1926, Roger Fry, a prominent English art critic from the Bloomsbury Group, criticized Sargent's work during a retrospective in London. Fry dismissed Sargent's art as lacking aesthetic quality and expressed his disbelief that it could be confused with true artistic expression.

The Grand Central Art Galleries organized a posthumous exhibition in 1928 showcasing previously unseen sketches and drawings from John Singer Sargent's career.

Charles Merrill Mount's 1955 book on the life and works of John Singer Sargent.

Carter Ratcliff's 1982 book providing insights into the art of John Singer Sargent.

A retrospective exhibition of John Singer Sargent's work was held at the Whitney Museum in New York from 1986 to 1987, highlighting his artistic achievements and influence.

Stephen D. Rubin's 1991 work exploring Sargent's Alpine sketchbooks and early artistic perspective.

A book by Trevor Fairbrother providing insights into the life and works of John Singer Sargent.

A retrospective exhibition of John Singer Sargent's work was held at the Tate Gallery in 1998, showcasing his artistic legacy and contributions to the art world.

In 1999, a 'blockbuster' travelling show featuring John Singer Sargent's work was exhibited at prestigious museums like the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the National Gallery of Art Washington, and the National Gallery, London, further solidifying Sargent's popularity.

Stephanie L. Herdrich and H. Barbara Weinberg's 2000 publication focusing on Sargent's drawings and watercolors in the Met.

A publication by Trevor Fairbrother delving into the sensual aspects of John Singer Sargent's art.

A book by Deborah Davis exploring the scandal surrounding John Singer Sargent's painting 'Madam X'.

In December 2004, 'Group with Parasols (A Siesta)' by John Singer Sargent was sold for US$23.5 million, almost double the estimated price. This marked one of the highest prices paid for a Sargent painting.

A work by Benoît Noël and Jean Hournon discussing the portrait of Madame X by John Singer Sargent within the context of 19th-century Parisian arts.

A collaborative work edited by Narayan Khandekar, Gianfranco Pocobene, and Kate Smith, focusing on the creation and restoration of John Singer Sargent's artwork at the Boston Public Library.

Richard Dorment reviewed 'Sargent and the Sea' at the Royal Academy in The Daily Telegraph on July 12, 2010.

The letters of John Singer Sargent are available online at the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. This collection was archived on December 6, 2010.

A video discussion about John Singer Sargent's painting 'Carnation, Lily, Lily, Rose' is available on Smarthistory at Khan Academy. The discussion was archived on October 7, 2014.

Barbara Dayer Gallati's work in 2015, discussing Sargent's connections with artists and muses.

John Thomas' 2017 book discussing Sargent's Crucifixion of Christ with Adam and Eve and its significance in his body of work.

In 2018, Comedy Central star Jade Esteban Estrada created and performed in 'Madame X: A Burlesque Fantasy', a stage production based on the life of John Singer Sargent and his famous painting, Portrait of Madame X.

John Singer Sargent's works played a significant role in Maggie Stiefvater's 2021 novel 'Mister Impossible', showcasing the enduring impact of the artist's creations in literature.

An exhibition titled 'Sargent and Spain' is held at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC from October 2, 2022, to January 2, 2023.

The exhibition 'Sargent and Spain' is showcased at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco, California from February 11 to May 14, 2023.

The 'Fashioned by Sargent' exhibition takes place at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston from October 8, 2023, to January 15, 2024.

The 'Sargent and Fashion' exhibition is held at Tate Britain in London from February 22 to July 7, 2024. It was reviewed by Emily LaBarge in The New York Times on February 29, 2024.