Artwork
William Nelson
William Nelson is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower center mount in black ink by unknown hand: Wm. Neilson.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of William Nelson, created using a combination of mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts William Nelson in profile, gazing straight ahead. His face is the primary focus of the image, rendered with considerable detail.
Technique & Style
The artist, Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, employed mezzotint and engraving to achieve a high level of texture and depth in the portrait, showcasing the capabilities of these printmaking techniques.
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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.
