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“In the work of Seurat, you can see the dots of neutral colors carrying the form and then the dots of more intense color that make the color texture. It is a totally different principle that than of the Impressionists who used broken color to imitate visual effect.”

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John French Sloan

John French Sloan was an American painter known for his depictions of urban life. His works are typically presented in a realistic style, emphasizing the impact of industrialization and urbanization. Born on August 2, 1871, he passed away on September 7, 1951. more

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