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Toujours le livre de M. Flourens

1855

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names

Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

The image depicts two elderly individuals engaging with each other indoors. One individual is holding an open book, appearing animated. The other individual, leaning towards them with interest, mirrors their expression. The room includes a birdcage and wall decorations, suggesting an intimate setting. The figures are exaggerated, emphasizing their interaction. Strong contrasts and dynamic lines convey a lively scene.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Corcoran Collection (Gift of Dr. Armand Hammer)
Accession Number

2015.143.1186
Catalogue Raisonné

Delteil, no. 2653, State ii/ii

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q77009461

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