On n'est jamais bien servi que par soi-même

1840

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is an illustration of an anthropomorphic creature polishing boots. A figure with a human-like body and an animal head, resembling a donkey, is cleaning a pair of boots. The character is dressed casually with a bandana around its head, focusing on the task. One boot is on the ground, and the other is being polished on a table with polish and a brush nearby. The detailed drawing style includes fine lines for texture and shading, creating depth. The setting suggests an indoor domestic environment. The caption below the drawing states, "On n'est jamais bien servi que par soi-même," translating to, "One is never served well except by oneself."

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Q77013948

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