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1851

Honoré Daumier

Associated Names
Honoré Daumier

Artist, French, 1808 - 1879

This is a drawing of a seated figure representing the French Republic, with small caricatures surrounding her. The central figure appears indifferent or fatigued, with the text "RÉPUBLIQUE FRANÇAISE" above her head. The small figures around her are exaggerated and humorous, wearing various uniforms and costumes. They seem to represent bureaucrats or figures of authority, some carrying banners or objects. The overall composition suggests a satire or commentary on their struggles in affecting the established order of the Republic. The text below the image enhances the satirical tone. The style is reminiscent of Honoré Daumier.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph on newsprint

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1979.49.251

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Delteil, no. 2167, State ii/ii


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

Q65570541

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