Les mendians

1844

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a street scene. The image shows three individuals: two standing and conversing, and one seated. The standing figures appear engaged, with one wearing detailed clothing possibly indicating a higher status. The other figure is holding a basket. The seated individual is dressed more simply and appears focused on holding or working with an object resembling a box or small table. The scene is sketched in a monochrome style with lines and shading adding depth and texture to the clothing, cobblestones, and walls. The drawing captures a candid, everyday moment.

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Q77011086

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