J. McKie
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1800
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1800
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a profile portrait of a man in a simple background. The subject, J. McKie, is shown from the side, which was a common way to depict people at that time. This style of portrait was often used to create a sense of calm and simplicity. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of engraving.
