Artwork
J. N. Luckett
J. N. Luckett 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. This print is a portrait of J.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of J. N. Luckett, an American politician and planter. It is based on a painting by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait shows Luckett's upper torso and head, capturing his likeness. Luckett's position as a politician and planter is reflected in the dignified representation.
Technique & Style
The print combines mezzotint and engraving techniques in black on wove paper, mounted to brown wove paper. The original painting was created by Saint-Mémin, a French artist known for his work in America.
History & Provenance
Saint-Mémin likely encountered Luckett during his travels in the United States. The painting was created in 1808. The print is now held by the National Gallery of Art.
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.
