Artwork
Aquila Giles
Aquila Giles is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1797 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Aquila Giles, created using mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Giles in profile, showcasing his curly hair and high forehead. The detailed rendering of his head and shoulders conveys a sense of depth and character.
Technique & Style
The artist employed mezzotint and engraving to achieve a range of tonal values, from black to white, creating a nuanced and detailed image.
History & Provenance
The print is the work of Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, a skilled artist known for his portraiture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin (French pronunciation: ; 1770–1852) was a French portrait painter and museum director.
