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Orpen lost his social standing due to his dedication to which role?

  • Political activist

  • Diplomat

  • War artist

  • Spy

Answer

**War artist**. During World War I, William Orpen served as an official war artist, documenting the hardships and sacrifices of soldiers on the front lines. His powerful and moving artworks, which captured the horrors and realities of war, gained critical acclaim but also drew controversy, ultimately leading to a decline in his social standing.
The Artistic World of William Orpen: A Brush with Genius

The Artistic World of William Orpen: A Brush with Genius

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