Renouvelé des petites Danaides

1866

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a group of figures pouring liquid into a barrel labeled "TRAITÉS de 1815 FAUX EQUILIBRE EUROPÉEN." The illustration features figures with exaggerated facial expressions and attire. The figures are trying to fill a leaking barrel against a simple background. The label on the barrel references the "Treaties of 1815" and "False European Balance." The drawing has a playful yet critical tone, with dynamic poses and expressive faces. The style is monochromatic with detailed line work and shading, typical of political cartoons from the 19th century.

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Q77014644

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