Artwork
Peter Sailly
Peter Sailly is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1807 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This small print depicts Peter Sailly in a detailed portrait. Measuring 5.56 cm square, it is a finely executed work on wove paper, mounted to a brown sheet.
Technique & Style
The portrait was created using mezzotint and engraving techniques on a metal plate, allowing for intricate lines and shading. This method enabled the artist to achieve a high level of detail despite the work's small size.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Peter Sailly, captured in a portrait that reflects the artist's skill in conveying likeness through precise engraving.
History & Provenance
The print is derived from a 1807 painting by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, an artist known for his portraiture.
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.
