Artwork
Samuel Smith
Samuel Smith is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center in plate: Drawn & engrd. by St. Memin Philadela.; lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Général Saml. Smith.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Samuel Smith, created using a combination of mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Samuel Smith dressed in formal attire, gazing directly at the viewer, conveying a sense of dignity and formality through its realistic representation.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases the artist's skillful use of mezzotint and engraving to achieve a high level of detail and texture, resulting in a realistic and nuanced portrayal of the subject.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the National Gallery of Art's Corcoran Collection, indicating its significance within the history of American art.
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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.
