A portrait is a painting with something wrong with the mouth.
Meaning of the quote
A portrait is a painting of a person's face. According to the artist John Singer Sargent, a good portrait often has something a little strange or unusual about the way the person's mouth is painted. This small detail can make the portrait more interesting and lifelike, rather than just a perfect copy of the person's appearance.
About John Singer Sargent
John Singer Sargent was an American expatriate artist who was considered the leading portrait painter of his generation, known for his evocations of Edwardian-era luxury. He was a prolific artist, creating around 900 oil paintings, 2,000 watercolors, and countless sketches and drawings, documenting his travels around the world.
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