Artwork
William Augustine Washington III
William Augustine Washington III 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. This 1804 portrait print by Charles B.
About this work
Overview
This 1804 portrait print by Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin depicts William Augustine Washington III. Created using mezzotint and engraving techniques on wove paper, it measures 5.56 × 5.56 inches.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows the upper half of Washington III, dressed in attire characteristic of his time. The level of detail, such as the folds in his shirt, suggests he was a significant figure worthy of a formal portrait.
Technique & Style
The portrait was created using a combination of mezzotint and engraving on wove paper, mounted to a brown wove paper backing. The technique allowed for detailed rendering of the subject's clothing and facial features.
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.
