Saint-Mémin Collection of Portraits, Group 32

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a series of head and shoulder profile portraits of 12 different individuals. Each portrait is presented within a circular frame, with the person facing to the viewer's left. The individuals have distinct facial features and hairstyles typical of the late 18th to early 19th century. They wear formal clothing and no visible accessories. Below each portrait are handwritten labels likely indicating their names. The background has a simple design, with each portrait contained within its own section against a tan or sepia-toned backdrop, giving a historical or vintage appearance to the series of portrait illustrations.