Alexander Macomb
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1796
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1796
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait shows Alexander Macomb's face in detail. He's wearing a suit with a high collar. The artist used a lot of shading to create depth. The portrait is small, only about 5.7 cm wide. It was made using a technique that involves engraving and printing. This method allows for a lot of detail in a small space. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de.
