Artwork
Charles Pinckney
Charles Pinckney is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This mezzotint and engraving portrait depicts a man in profile, identified as Charles Pinckney, characterized by curly hair, a distinctive nose, and a defined chin. He is formally attired in a dark coat and white cravat.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Charles Pinckney, is portrayed with subtle expressions that convey a sense of personality. The formal attire suggests a representation of dignity or professional stature.
Technique & Style
Executed in mezzotint and engraving on wove paper, the work features careful, detailed lines that contribute to an overall atmosphere of calmness. The artist's attention to facial features and textures is notable.
History & Provenance
Attributed to Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, the print's history and ownership timeline are not specified in available information.
Context
Part of Saint-Mémin's body of work, this portrait aligns with the artist's known practice of creating detailed, profiled likenesses, often capturing the essence of its subjects through subtle yet revealing facial expressions.
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.
