Suites du macadamisage

1850

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a city street scene with many "For Rent" signs. The scene shows a busy cityscape in the background with buildings displaying "A Louer" or "For Rent" signs. In the foreground, there are exaggerated cartoonish figures expressing distress or frustration. One figure is pulling at its hair while another looks upwards. These figures have caricature-style features. Additionally, a sign on a lamppost or structure indicates "Boutique A Louer." The drawing humorously illustrates a situation of economic downturn, perhaps related to infrastructure changes in a city. The style is reminiscent of Honoré Daumier, known for satirical and social commentary artwork.

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Q77009270

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