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Saint Mitophan et le dieu mars ...

1856

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names

Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is an image of two figures seated on clouds. One figure is wearing a simple robe and the other is wearing a helmet with a plume. The drawing is in black and white, with detailed lines showing textures and swirling clouds. Shading adds depth, and the stylized proportions give a whimsical effect. The scene has a contemplative atmosphere with a hint of mythology.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Corcoran Collection (Gift of Dr. Armand Hammer)
Accession Number

2015.143.619
Catalogue Raisonné

Delteil, no. 2563, State ii/ii

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Wikidata ID

Q77014452

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