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Exhibition Highlights John Singer Sargent's Portraits of American Heiresses in London

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Exhibition Highlights John Singer Sargent's Portraits of American Heiresses in London

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  • John Singer Sargent's portraits of **American heiresses**, referred to as **‘dollar princesses’**, will be featured at **Kenwood House** in London.
  • The exhibition marks the **centenary of Sargent’s death** in 1925 and includes **18 notable portraits** including figures like **Edith, Lady Playfair**.
  • Curator **Wendy Monkhouse** aims to challenge the **misogynistic stereotypes** surrounding these women and bring attention to their individual stories.
  • Despite their wealth and societal contributions, these women have often been overlooked, leading to new research and context being provided for their lives.
  • The exhibition runs from **May 16 to October 5**, showcasing how Sargent combined **American confidence with British aristocratic context** in his artwork.

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