Artwork

John Lincklaen

John Lincklaen, by Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, ink, 1796
John Lincklaen, by Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin, ink, 1796

John Lincklaen is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1796 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print is a portrait of John Lincklaen, created using mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts John Lincklaen in formal attire with a serious expression, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and ability to capture a realistic likeness.

Technique & Style

The print was made using a combination of mezzotint and engraving, techniques that allow for detailed and realistic representations. The artist, Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, was skilled in creating lifelike portraits.

History & Provenance

The original portrait was painted by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, a French artist known for his portraiture skills.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.