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Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an artistic portrait of a man from the shoulders up. The man is pictured in profile, facing to the right. He has a prominent nose and a slightly receding hairline, with light, wavy hair styled back from the forehead. His face has delicate detailing, a smooth complexion, and a composed expression. He is wearing what appears to be formal attire, including a dark coat with a high collar and a white cravat. The background is plain and dark in a circular shape, with a beige hue outside the frame. There is a handwritten signature or name at the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1797
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3299 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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