Artwork
Theodorick Bland
Theodorick Bland is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Theodorick Bland's portrait, created in 1804 by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, is a small-scale print measuring 5.72 × 5.56 cm, executed in mezzotint and engraving on wove paper, mounted on brown wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait captures a profile view of Theodorick Bland's upper body, providing a visual representation of this notable historical figure.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases meticulous attention to detail through intricate lines and shading, characteristic of Saint-Mémin's style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1804 by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, the portrait's provenance is not detailed here, focusing instead on its creation.
Context
For insight into the stylistic context, Saint-Mémin's broader body of work offers relevant comparison.
Legacy
The portrait's significance lies in its depiction of Bland, with its artistic value underscored by Saint-Mémin's meticulous technique.
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.
