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Honoré Daumier, 1844

This is an illustration of a group of people gathered together. In the foreground, there is a central figure that seems to be in a position of authority. They are holding a bell and gesturing to their ear. The figure is dressed in intricate historical clothing. Surrounding the central figure, a large group of individuals are engaged in conversation or debate. The style of the drawing utilizes heavy lines and contrasting shades, reminiscent of 19th-century caricature art.
Artist
Honoré Daumier
Date
1844
Type
Print
Medium
lithograph on newsprint
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is an illustration of a group of people gathered together. In the foreground, there is a central figure that seems to be in a position of authority. They are holding a bell and gesturing to their ear. The figure is dressed in intricate historical clothing. Surrounding the central figure, a large group of individuals are engaged in conversation or debate. The style of the drawing utilizes heavy lines and contrasting shades, reminiscent of 19th-century caricature art.

Honoré Daumier