Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1802
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Robert Wilson is a 1802 ink by Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows Robert Wilson in military attire. He looks dignified and serious. This portrait is interesting because it was made to honor Wilson's role in the American Revolutionary War, and the artist likely wanted to show his respect for Wilson's service. The artist used a lot of detail to make Wilson look important. The uniform and pose are meant to show Wilson's dignity and pride. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de.
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin (French pronunciation: ; 1770–1852) was a French portrait painter and museum director.
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