Artwork
Thomas Green
Thomas Green is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1809 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Th. Green.
About this work
You can learn more about this kind of art by looking into the technique: engraving.
This portrait shows a man with a serious expression. He's dressed in old-fashioned clothes. The artist paid close attention to details like his hair and clothes.
The portrait is special because it was made a long time ago, in 1809. It's a very detailed picture of the person, which is interesting. The artist used a lot of lines to create the image.
You can learn more about this kind of art by looking into the technique: engraving.
Overview
This print is a portrait of Thomas Green, created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It is executed in mezzotint and engraving on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man in formal, period attire, with a serious expression. The artist has captured intricate details of his clothing and hair, conveying a sense of historical significance.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its use of mezzotint and engraving techniques, resulting in a highly detailed image with rich tonal variations. The artist's attention to texture and linework is evident in the rendering of the subject's clothing and features.
History & Provenance
Created in 1809, this portrait is a product of the early 19th-century printmaking tradition. The artist's skillful use of engraving techniques reflects the artistic practices of the time.
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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.
