Un parricide

1850

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This image depicts an interaction between two figures. One figure is a robust man holding a club labeled 'Droit du travail', appearing threatening towards a seated woman representing the press. The man is dynamic and aggressive, leaning forward with an angry expression. He holds a large cudgel with inscriptions related to press freedoms or rights. The woman, identified as 'La Presse', is passive, hunched over while writing. The contrasting poses of the figures create a sense of conflict over press freedom or censorship. The background includes lines adding movement and tension. The figures are monochrome with shadows, enhancing the drama. The caption below reads "Un parricide," suggesting an allegorical attack on a concept or entity.

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Q77009257

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