Artwork
Landon Carter II
Landon Carter II 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
Landon Carter II is portrayed in a profile portrait, rendered in mezzotint and engraving on wove paper. The subject is formally attired, with a high-collared shirt and dark coat, set within a plain, textured oval frame bearing the surname 'Carter' in cursive below.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait captures Landon Carter II in a traditional, dignified pose, reflecting the formal conventions of 18th-century portraiture. The profile view, common during this period, conveys a sense of gravity and respectability.
Technique & Style
Executed in mezzotint and engraving, the work showcases the artist's skill in capturing nuanced textures and tones through these techniques. The overall style aligns with the neoclassical portraiture prevalent in late 18th-century America.
History & Provenance
The artwork is part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., though the specific acquisition history or exhibition record is not detailed here.
Context
This portrait is characteristic of the portraiture of its time, sharing similarities with other works from the same era. For deeper insight into this style, the National Gallery of Art's resources are recommended.
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.
