Mr Hume se passant la fantaisie ...

1857

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

The image displays two individuals in a satirical setting. The person on the left is standing with their arms crossed, showing a side profile. They are tall with elongated features, including a prominent nose and chin, and have long, straight hair. They are dressed in a dark, formal suit with a high collar. To the right, another person is kneeling, wearing a laurel wreath and a toga, reminiscent of Julius Caesar. This figure is shown polishing the standing person's shoes with a cloth in hand. The background shows a crowd of onlookers, rendered in a sketchy style, creating an audience observing the scene. The setting appears to be a theatrical or public space.

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Q77010975

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