{"title":"Sarah Cash","description":"\u003cp\u003eSarah Cash’s works immerse readers in the rich tapestry of \u003cstrong\u003earts and culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, blending insightful narrative with vivid historical detail. Her writing offers a compelling exploration of artistic lives and movements, illuminating the connections between creativity and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles like \u003cem\u003eSargent and Spain\u003c\/em\u003e, Cash invites readers to journey beyond the canvas, revealing the stories behind renowned artists and their time. Her books appeal to anyone drawn to the interplay of art, history, and cultural identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sargent-and-spain-by-sarah-cash-9780300266467","title":"Sargent and Spain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSargent and Spain\u003c\/em\u003e explores John Singer Sargent’s fascination with Spain, as seen in stunning landscapes, architectural views, figure studies, and scenes of everyday life, for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican artist John Singer Sargent (1856–1925) experienced Spain, including the picturesque island of Majorca, as a source of rejuvenation and inspiration. \u003cem\u003eSargent and Spain\u003c\/em\u003e features scores of the artist’s dazzling watercolours, oil paintings, and drawings, ranging from landscapes and seascapes to architectural studies and scenes of everyday life. The collection also includes sympathetic portraits of the Roma and other local people he encountered during his travels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmersing himself in the country’s rich culture, Sargent studied Spanish masters both old and new, devoting particular attention to works by Diego Velázquez in the Prado. He rendered the distinctive architecture of the Alhambra as well as other iconic palaces and churches. Additionally, he captured lively scenes of Spanish ports and villages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIntrigued by Spanish dance and music, Sargent created dynamic views of flamenco and portrayed the famous dancer La Carmencita with captivating detail. The book includes a map and an illustrated chronology documenting the artist’s seven trips to and travels through Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis handsome volume showcases, for the first time, Sargent’s captivation with Spain and the remarkable works of art now associated with his travels there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47536948936940,"sku":"9780300266467","price":107.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780300266467-sargent-and-spain.jpg?v=1776391313"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sarah-cash.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}