Artwork
Frances Cadwalader Erskine
Frances Cadwalader Erskine is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This small portrait print, measuring 6.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Mrs. Erskine. / Francis Cadwallder
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Overview
This small portrait print, measuring 6.51 × 5.24 cm, is a representation of Frances Cadwalader Erskine, created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin in 1809. It is executed in mezzotint and engraving on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Erskine with a calm demeanor, gazing directly at the viewer. The level of detail in her hair and attire suggests a focus on capturing her likeness and status.
Technique & Style
The artist employed mezzotint and engraving techniques to achieve a high level of detail, particularly in the subject's hair and clothing, within a simple framed composition.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the Corcoran Collection, indicating its significance within a curated assemblage of artworks.
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Artist
Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin (French pronunciation: ; 1770–1852) was a French portrait painter and museum director.
