Artwork
Horace Hampton Edwards
Horace Hampton Edwards is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1807 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Horace Hampton Edwards is a portrait print created by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin circa 1807, utilizing mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper, later mounted to brown wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Horace Hampton Edwards, depicted in attire characteristic of his time, with meticulous attention to facial features and clothing textures, conveying a sense of realism and individuality.
Technique & Style
The print combines mezzotint (for tonal depth and detail) with engraving (for line precision), hallmark techniques of Saint-Mémin's work, known for capturing intricate textures and realistic portrayals.
History & Provenance
Created around 1807, the work is now in the public domain. Original provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
Part of a broader 19th-century portrait tradition, this piece reflects the era's emphasis on realism and the growing accessibility of portrait art through printmaking techniques.
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.
