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Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin is an ink print by Max Rosenthal. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:lower right in graphite: Max Rosenthal text at bottom in plate: Engraved and Copyright by Max Rosenthal 1900. / St. Memin
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Overview
This print is a portrait of Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, created by Max Rosenthal in 1900 using the mezzotint technique. It is held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with curly hair and a high collar, surrounded by a decorative border featuring swirls and a fleur-de-lis. Three smaller panels below the portrait contain carved images, including winged figures and a face.
Technique & Style
The mezzotint technique used here allows for smooth layering of tones, creating a detailed black-and-white image. The print is executed in black with chine collé on wove paper, adding to its textured quality.
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