Artwork
John Campbell
John Campbell 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
You can learn more about this kind of artwork by looking into the technique of engraving.
This portrait shows a man with a serious face.
He's dressed in old-fashioned clothes.
The artist used a lot of detail to make him look real.
The portrait is special because it's from the early 19th century. It was made using a technique that was popular back then. The artist had to be very skilled to create such a detailed image.
You can learn more about this kind of artwork by looking into the technique of engraving.
Overview
This portrait print, created in the early 19th century using mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper, depicts a man with a serious expression, attired in period clothing, characterized by meticulous detail and realism.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, identified as John Campbell, is portrayed with solemnity, reflecting the formal conventions of early 19th-century portraiture, emphasizing dignity and character through subtle, detailed rendering.
Technique & Style
Employing mezzotint for tonal depth and engraving for fine lines, the artist, Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, demonstrates exceptional skill in capturing realistic textures and expressions, hallmark of the period's printmaking techniques.
History & Provenance
Part of the Corcoran Collection, the print was gifted by William, with its creation dating to the early 19th century, highlighting its preservation and lineage within notable collections.
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.
