Alexander Baron
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1808
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1808
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows Alexander Baron. He's the main figure in the work. The artist used mezzotint and engraving to create this portrait, which is a notable aspect of the piece, as it was done in 1808, a time when these techniques were still being developed and refined, allowing for detailed and nuanced images. The level of detail in the portrait is impressive, with subtle shading and texture. This suggests the artist had a good understanding of the techniques used. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: engraving.
