Artwork
Théophile Cazanove
Théophile Cazanove is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1799 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Théophile Cazanove is a print portrait created using mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper. The artwork presents a profile view of an elderly man.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted in formal attire, with notable facial features that convey a sense of character. The portrait embodies the shift in portraiture styles between the 18th and early 19th centuries.
Technique & Style
The use of mezzotint and engraving on wove paper reflects the artist's skill in combining different techniques to achieve a detailed representation. The style is influenced by neoclassical ideals, evident in the formal attire and dignified portrayal of the subject.
Context
This portrait is part of a broader artistic movement that saw a transition in portraiture styles during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The work of artists like Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin provides context for understanding the techniques and stylistic influences at play.
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.
