Artwork
Thomas Moore
Thomas Moore is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This 1805 print by Charles B.
About this work
It was made using a combination of mezzotint and engraving techniques, which were popular back then.
This painting shows a man with a gentle face and old-fashioned clothes.
He has a calm expression and a stylish hairstyle.
The artist paid close attention to details like his attire and facial features.
The portrait reflects the style of the early 19th century. It was made using a combination of mezzotint and engraving techniques, which were popular back then. The artist likely wanted to show the subject's personality through his appearance.
You can learn more about this style by looking into the work of the artist: Saint-Mémin, Charles B. J. Févret de.
Overview
This 1805 print by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin depicts Thomas Moore, a poet, through a combination of mezzotint and engraving techniques on paper. The work is housed in the National Gallery of Art as part of the Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait focuses on capturing Moore's likeness, including his gentle facial features, stylish hairstyle, and old-fashioned attire, aiming to convey his personality through these visual elements.
Technique & Style
The print exemplifies early 19th-century portrait conventions, utilizing mezzotint for tonal depth and engraving for detail, characteristic of the period's artistic practices.
History & Provenance
Created in 1805, the work is now part of the National Gallery of Art's collection, specifically within the Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits.
Context
The piece reflects the artistic and social tastes of its time, with Saint-Mémin's style influencing its composition and the choice of techniques being typical of the era.
Legacy
While the broader impact of this specific portrait is not highlighted, it contributes to the historical record of Moore's representation and the artistic legacy of Saint-Mémin.
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.
