Artwork
Mary Bache McEvers
Mary Bache McEvers 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.
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- Inscribed:lower center in plate: St. Memin No. 27 Pine St. N. York; lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Mrs. Mac Ivers. / Charles
About this work
Overview
Mary Bache McEvers is a small print created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin in 1798, combining mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print is a portrait of Mary Bache McEvers, depicted in attire characteristic of the late 18th century, capturing her likeness with considerable detail.
Technique & Style
Measuring just 5.56 × 5.72 cm, the portrait showcases the artist's skill in achieving a high level of realism within a compact format, utilizing the mezzotint and engraving techniques to create a detailed representation.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the Corcoran Collection, indicating its significance within a curated assemblage of artworks.
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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.
