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1846

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names
Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a courtroom scene with people, some of whom wear dark robes and hats. The central figure appears dramatic while others in the room are focused on an intense exchange or observation. The setting includes a raised platform where two individuals stand overseeing the proceedings. The use of shading and line work emphasizes the folds of clothing and expressions, highlighting the dynamic and somewhat humorous nature of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.16.21

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Delteil, no. 1366, State iii/iii

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1906

  • Delteil, Loys. Le peintre-graveur illustre. 31 vols. Paris: Published by the author, 1906-1926. Reprint. New York: Collectors Editions, Da Capo Press, 1969. Vol. 30 (Albert Besnard) is by Louis Godefroy.

Wikidata ID

Q65356851

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