Artwork
Unidentified Man
Unidentified Man is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Balthazar Julien Févret de Saint-Mémin. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Unidentified Man is a circular print by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin, created around 1800, depicting a man's head and upper torso in profile.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a man of undisclosed identity, is portrayed with a serious demeanor, eyes cast downward, wearing a dark coat and light cravat, conveying a sense of solemnity.
Technique & Style
Utilizing mezzotint and engraving on wove paper, Saint-Mémin achieved remarkable detail in a compact format, characteristic of his small circular portrait series.
History & Provenance
Dating to circa 1800, the print is part of a collection of similar works by the artist, though the subject's identity remains unknown.
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.
