Sarah Johnson Livingston
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1797
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
1797
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting shows a woman with curly hair and a fancy headpiece. She's set against a simple dark background. The artist paid close attention to details like her hair and clothes, which was typical of portraits made during this time. The woman's profile is carefully drawn, with lots of tiny lines that give her face depth. This kind of careful work suggests the artist was very skilled with their tools. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de.
