Artwork
Hugh Tenant Weedon Mercer
Hugh Tenant Weedon Mercer is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This mezzotint and engraving on paper, mounted to brown wove paper, presents a portrait of Hugh Tenant Weedon Mercer in a classic profile view. The subject is depicted with understated attire and a serene expression.
Subject & Meaning
The primary focus is Hugh Tenant Weedon Mercer, captured in a traditional profile portrait, conveying a sense of calmness through his facial expression.
Technique & Style
The portrait showcases meticulous detail and texture, achieved through the labor-intensive process of scratching lines on a plate, characteristic of mezzotint and engraving techniques.
History & Provenance
The artwork is part of the collection at the National Portrait Gallery.
Context
Created using traditional engraving methods, this piece reflects the artistic practices of its time, emphasizing realism through intricate line work.
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.
