John Singer Sargent's Iconic Lady Macbeth

In 1888, John Singer Sargent attended a London theater performance that would change art history forever. Ellen Terry's mesmerizing portrayal of Lady Macbeth so captivated the artist that he became obsessed with painting her in costume. But here's the shocking twist - the most iconic moment in his famous portrait never actually happened in Shakespeare's play. Discover the fascinating story behind this Victorian masterpiece, including Terry's scandalous life, her incredible costume made with 1,000 beetle wings, and how artistic obsession created one of the world's most beloved paintings. #arthistory #johnsingersargent

00:25 - John Singer Sargent
2:26 - Ellen Terry
3:27 - The play: Macbeth staring Ellen Terry and Henry Irving
4:58 - The costume: that Beetle Wing dress
6:11 - The painting: "Ellen Terry as Lady Macbeth"
7:41 - Conclusion