Bruce SargeantBruce Sargeant (1898-1938) was a painter who
idealized and celebrated the beauty of the male form. Had Sargeant not
met a tragic and unexpected end in a wrestling accident, he may have
gone on to the heights now enjoyed by artists such asJames McNeill
Whistler and others; instead, his oeuvre remained hidden for years and is
only now being brought to light, with works still being discovered. His
subtly-toned oil paintings of young men at sport and leisure are
reminiscent of classic figure painting, highlighting his beaux arts
training, yet their gentle elegance continues to speak to contemporary
audiences through Abercrombie & Fitch's installations of Sargeant's
work in its flagship stores worldwide. Read More Read Less