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1859

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names
Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a figure in armor atop a horse surrounded by a crowd. The scene features a knight-like figure fully clad in ornate armor holding a long lance while riding a noble horse. The crowd is shown in the background with expressive gestures and faces, and there are elements of architecture indicating an urban setting. The emphasis is on the detailed design of the armor and the expressive faces of the crowd. The style suggests a satirical or allegorical representation, possibly inspired by historical or literary themes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on newsprint

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1979.49.246

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Delteil, no. 3233, State ii/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

Q65570521

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