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resplendentoutfit · 3 months

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Boston Museum of Fine Arts Installation view of Fashioned by Sargent Singer Sargent exhibition, 2023 •▪︎(American-British, 1866-1925) • Portrait of Sybil Sassoon • 1922 • Dress: House of Worth

The painting of socialite Lady Sassoon hangs near a display showcasing the exact dress she wore for the portrait. Sargent captures not only the dress but more importantly, the manner and bearing of his subject. Whether she actually wore those grand pearls and large pendant, I don't know. Sargent was known to embellish his portraits to include details and the draping of dress fabrics to suit the aesthetic he aimed for. Moreover, his draping and repositioning of dress fabrics was done to showcase his talent for painting shadows and light, particularly white. In the Sassoon portrait Sargent puts this talent to good effect in his treatment of the off-white cape that is part of her elaborate dress.

I scoured the internet for information about the House of Worth dress Sybil Sassoon wore for this sitting. I wanted to know specifics about the materials of the dress, as I was unable to photograph the gallery card near the display case. I came up short.

After looking at this excellent photo taken by Lilie Marshall (Around the World with Lilie, Travel and Life Blog) I'm certain that the fabric is black velvet. The bright magenta lining of the high collar and the trim around the peplum waist and cuffs could be either velvet or satin. The wide bands down the front of the dress are, obviously, richly embroidered; perhaps with gold metallic thread or appliqué.

Sources: my own retelling of what I learned about Sargent's portraits attending the exhibition Fashioned by Sargent at the MFA and reading my art books. The photos are not mine. Though I took photos at the exhibition, the ones relevant to this portrait and dress didn't turn out well enough to publish. Credit is given for Lilie Marshall's photo and a link provided above to her blog post. Check it out – Lilie strikes a great pose in front of Madame X!

John Singer Sargent (American-British, 1866-1925) • Portrait of Sybil Sassoon, Countess of Rocksavage (later Sybil Cholmondeley, Marchioness of Cholmondeley) • 1922

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azaria777 · 1 year

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Synastry Observation : 💥 MARS IN EACH OTHERS HOUSES💥

Mars in the 1st house :

If your partner's Mars is in your first house, it indicates an intense and passionate connection between you. Both parties are likely to be highly active and driven, and there is a strong potential for a very physical and intimate connection where you both feed off the other's energy and are empowered by one another. This can be a very positive and beneficial connection, but it can also lend itself to excess passion or aggression, so it is important to be aware of that potential and work to keep it in check through communication and mutual respect 🥵.

Mars in the 2nd house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your second house, it can represent an intense and passionate connection between you, where you share a strong desire for love, material stability, and comfort. this placement lends itself to a very strong attraction and powerful sexual desire, but it can also lend itself to excess aggressiveness or over-commitments when it comes to acquiring the material things you want. This placement can also lend to a certain degree of possessiveness and jealousy, so careful communication is important to ensure that both parties are comfortable with the level of physical and emotional intensity this connection can entail 💥.

Mars in the 3rd house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your third house, it can represent an intense and passionate connection between you that is built around communication and intellectual interaction. This is a connection based on shared interests, values, and ideas, and it can also lend itself to shared activities and conversation, as well as a shared interest in learning and communication. However, it is important to remember to take time for personal reflection and communication and to make room for the less practical and more personal and emotional sides of the relationship as well, as over-commitment to intellectual or mental pursuits can lead to imbalances and disconnects if left unchecked🧐.

Mars in the 4th house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your fourth house, it can indicate an intense and passionate connection between you that is built around shared home and family values and traditions. This is a connection that values a sense of belonging and stability in your shared space and home life, and it can lend a deep sense of comfort and safety. However, it can also lend itself to a sense of possessiveness or jealousy regarding your shared home life, as well as a certain degree of attachment to the familiar and familiar routines and customs. It is important to find a balance and appreciate the new possibilities of life alongside the roots that define who you are🏡♥️.

Mars in the 5th house :

If your partner's Mars is in your fifth house, it indicates an intense and passionate connection between you built around shared interests and values, specifically when it comes to having fun, playfulness, pleasure, and desire. This is a connection that celebrates the more joyous and exciting aspects of life, and it is often associated with creativity and enthusiasm as well. However, it is important to be aware of the potential for over-committing in these shared areas and the need to balance these positive qualities with responsibility and more grounded aspects of your life 😬.

Mars in the 6th house :

If your partner's Mars is in your sixth house, it indicates an intense and passionate connection between you that is built on shared values of service, work ethic, and responsibility. This placement can represent a shared commitment to taking care of the everyday things in life, as well as a shared sense of discipline, dedication, and structure to daily activities. This relationship can provide a strong sense of security and stability, but it also lends a more practical and matter-of-fact approach to life. It is important to remember that it can also lead to a tendency towards rigidity and routine, so it is important to allow for balance 📅.

Mars in the 7th house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your seventh house, it can indicate an intense and passionate connection between you that is built on shared values and ideals. This is a connection based on shared beliefs and morals, and both parties may find themselves with similar perspectives and desires. This shared foundation can lend a sense of understanding and solidarity in the relationship, but it is also important to remember to find balance and appreciate the more practical and mundane sides of your relationship as well. It can be easy to get lost in the romance and passion, but without a foundation of trust and respect it will lack the stability needed to last 💌.

Mars in the 8th house :

If your partner's Mars is in your eighth house, it indicates an intense and passionate connection between you that is built on shared values of trust, intimacy, and vulnerability. This is a connection that values the more private and hidden aspects of life, and it can lend itself to a strong sense of commitment and the willingness to explore the deepest levels of self and experience. It can offer a great deal of intimacy and understanding between the partners, but it also lends itself to possessiveness and jealousy, so it is important to ensure that an emphasis on shared trust and intimacy does not become all-consuming or controlling🔥.

Mars in the 9th house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your ninth house, it can indicate an intense and passionate connection between you built on shared values of adventure, learning, and philosophy. This is a connection built on curiosity, open-mindedness, and shared ideas about the world and the universe. It can provide a strong sense of excitement and fun as well as the potential to explore the unknown and unchartered territory together, but it is important to remember to balance the adventure with the mundane and make room for the day-to-day concerns and needs as well 🚞🌋🧗🏻‍♀️.

Mars in the 10th house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your tenth house, it can indicate an intense and passionate connection between you that is built on shared values of ambition, career goals, and personal aspirations. It can lend a sense of drive and focus on achieving shared goals as well as a supportiveness towards one another in terms of career and personal life. It is important to remember to balance this drive with the real-life needs and concerns, as well as to not let the pursuit of external success overtake the connection and the more personal and intimate aspects of the relationship👔📝.

Mars in the 11th house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your eleventh house, it can indicate a deep and passionate connection between you that is built on shared values of friendship, community, and teamwork. It can lend a strong sense of camaraderie and shared passions around which to build strong connections and friendships. It can also lead to a desire to take care of others, as well as an understanding and appreciation of the need for social support and a sense of belonging 👫🏻.

Mars in the 12th house :

If your partner’s Mars is in your twelfth house, it can indicate an intense and passionate connection between you built around shared values of spirituality, imagination, and intuition. This is a connection that values the soulful side of life and the more intangible and unseen dimensions. It can also lend itself to shared creative endeavors and a sense of connection on deeper levels as well as a strong degree of empathy and compassion 🔮.

Please do not copy or steal any of my work <3. These are just personal observations so don’t take any of them too seriously 🧿😙♥️.

- azaria🩵🤍🤎

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