Artwork
Marc Isambard Brunel
Marc Isambard Brunel is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1798 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center in plate: St. Memin No. 27 Pine St. N. York; lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Brunel, Ingenieur. / Marc Isambard Brunel.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Marc Isambard Brunel, created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin in 1798. It is a small work, measuring 5.56 × 5.56 cm.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Brunel in profile, seated and turned to the side, with formal attire and hairstyle typical of the late 18th century. The level of detail in his features and clothing suggests an attempt to capture his character.
Technique & Style
The print is made using mezzotint and engraving techniques in black on wove paper, mounted to a brown wove paper backing. The use of these techniques allowed for a high level of detail and texture in the portrait.
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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.
