Artwork
Loup
Loup is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1803 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center in plate: Drawn & engrd. by St. Memin Philada.; lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Loup.
About this work
Overview
Loup is a small print created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin in 1803, combining mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper. It measures 5.56 × 5.56 cm and is part of the Corcoran Collection at the National Gallery of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man's profile, characterized by a long nose and sharp cheekbones. The subject's identity is not specified, leaving interpretation open.
Technique & Style
The artwork was created using a needle to carve into metal, followed by printing. A unique aspect is the hand-applied ink in one area, making this print singular. The use of mezzotint and engraving on wove paper adds to its technical distinctiveness.
History & Provenance
Loup is now part of the Corcoran Collection at the National Gallery of Art, indicating its acquisition and preservation over time.
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Artist & collection
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.
