Sargent's technique of applying paint in thin layers reflects the influence on him of which earlier work?
A) Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan
B) Las Meninas
C) Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp
D) Conversion of Saint Paul

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Sargent's technique of applying paint in thin layers, known for its luminosity and depth, reflects the influence of Diego Velázquez, particularly seen in "Las Meninas." Velázquez's mastery in creating texture and depth through layered, subtle brushwork was a significant influence on Sargent's approach to painting.

Sargent's Technique of Applying Paint in Thin Layers Reflects the Influence