L'antre du lion

1834

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names
Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a large face part of a rocky landscape, with a man observing it. The image portrays a massive stone head partially embedded within a rock, with exaggerated and stylized facial features like a giant caricature. The rock face emerges from a cave or mountain. To the left are three smaller figures engaging in activity around the base of the structure, potentially moving rocks. On the right side stands a man, arms folded, observing the scene. The lines and shading in the drawing are dense and intricate, creating a sense of depth and texture within the rocky surface and the carved face. The style is reminiscent of satirical illustrations, combining elements of fantasy and human observation.

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Q77014095

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