Artwork
Edward Dutilh
Edward Dutilh is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1802 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Edward Dutilh, created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin using mezzotint and engraving techniques.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases the artist's attention to detail, with a focus on realism. Mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper achieve a high level of intricacy, evident in the subject's facial features and attire.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the Corcoran Collection, indicating its historical significance and preservation.
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.
