Artwork
Archibald Bruce
Archibald Bruce is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1796 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Archibald Bruce, created using mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Bruce in profile against a dark circular background, highlighting his facial features and elegant clothing.
Technique & Style
The artist, Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, employed mezzotint and engraving to achieve a detailed representation of Bruce, demonstrating proficiency in these techniques.
History & Provenance
The portrait was created between 1796 and 1797 by Saint-Mémin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin
Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin (French pronunciation: ; 1770–1852) was a French portrait painter and museum director.
