Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1801
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jean Simon Chaudron is a 1801 ink by Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a man in profile, facing right. He has curly hair and distinct facial features. The portrait is very detailed, which suggests the artist took their time. The artist used a technique that creates rich textures. This technique is noticeable in the subject's hair and clothes. It adds depth to the portrait. You can learn more about this kind of art by looking into the technique of engraving.
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin (French pronunciation: ; 1770–1852) was a French portrait painter and museum director.
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