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1864

Honoré Daumier

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Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

The image shows two men seated opposite each other in a confined space that resembles a train compartment. Both men's full bodies are visible. The man on the left sits upright with his hands resting on his lap. He has a stern facial expression, with large sideburns and a prominent chin. His hair is not prominently visible under the top hat he is wearing. He is dressed in a dark suit and a white shirt. The man on the right, also seated, turns slightly towards the left, holding a walking stick with both hands. His facial profile is sharp, with a hooked nose and a frowning expression. He wears a cap and a buttoned vest over a long-sleeved shirt. The background shows padded wall panels, typical of older train carriage interiors.

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Q77015155

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