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1854

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of two figures wearing military attire and engaging with a map labeled "VALACHIE". The image features exaggerated, almost caricatured military uniforms, complete with tall boots and large hats. One figure is seated and observing a map marked "VALACHIE" with interest, while the other stands with a hand to its head in a reflective pose. The style is reminiscent of 19th-century satirical illustrations, employing broad lines and shading that give the figures a comical and exaggerated appearance. The composition is both humorous and critical, as suggested by the captions around the drawing.

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Q77014934

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