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1857

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of two cloaked figures under an abstract depiction of celestial events. The image features two cloaked figures positioned in the center, engaged in a concerned gesture, as they seem to speak to each other. To their right, there is a fantastical depiction of a comet taking the form of a dragon's head, with sunbeams radiating from it. To their left, a cone-shaped object appears, also emitting light. The style is reminiscent of caricature or satire, with exaggerated facial expressions conveying urgency or anxiety. The drawing combines elements of realism and fantasy to convey themes of cosmic events and human reaction.

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Q77013432

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