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1852

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names
Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of an interior scene with three individuals engaged in different activities. The room is adorned with a large framed picture on the wall. On the left, a seated individual with a scarf around their neck is observing. They sit on a simple wooden chair. In the middle, a person is adjusting their collar. On the far right, another person is using a towel, possibly drying their hands or preparing for a task. The style is reminiscent of 19th-century European illustration, depicting everyday life with a focus on domestic activities. The detailed line work and shading add texture and depth to the scene, reflecting social or cultural practices of the era.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Corcoran Collection

  • Accession Number

    2015.143.1461

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Delteil, no. 2316, State ii/ii


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q77012057

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