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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.
Artiste
Honoré Daumier
Datation
1844
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
Lithographie sur papier journal
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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