Hugh Nelson
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1808
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1808
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Hugh Nelson is a 1808 ink by Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a portrait of Hugh Nelson. He's dressed formally, with a serious expression. The artist used a lot of detail to create this image, which is interesting because it was made using a mezzotint and engraving process, a technique that requires careful planning and execution. The mezzotint process involves roughening a metal plate to create tones and textures, which is a unique aspect of this artwork. This process allows for a range of shades and details to be added to the image. You can learn more about this technique by looking into the work of artist: Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de.
