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1839

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

The image is a black and white illustration featuring two men. The man on the left is in a bent, forward-leaning position with his body angled sharply towards the man on the right, who stands facing forward with his hands in his coat pockets. The man on the left has exaggerated facial features, including a long nose and a pointed chin, with distinctive high cheekbones, and his hair is hidden by a tall hat. He is dressed in a worn-out coat and striped trousers, holding a long stick or cane. The man on the right has more subtle facial features, with a round face and minimal visible hair under his tall hat. He wears a dark, long coat, dark trousers, and slip-on shoes, looking surprised as he looks at the man on the left. The setting appears to be a cobblestone street with tall buildings in the background, suggesting an urban environment. The illustration has a textured, grainy style, adding a sense of depth to the scene.

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Q77010745

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