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1857

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

The image displays an illustration of two individuals on a bed. One person is sitting upright and the other is lying down. The sitting person has a distinct profile with a prominent nose, jawline, and thin lips, wearing a pointed nightcap. The person's upper body is visible, covered by a long-sleeved nightshirt. The lying person is mostly hidden under the sheets, showing only their head and part of their torso. Both individuals wear pointed nightcaps and have similar facial features. The setting includes a dark backdrop with heavy curtains around the bed frame. Light streams through a window on the left, suggesting a nighttime scene with possible stars. The room appears dimly lit, focusing on the two characters.

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Q77014539

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