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L'Apoplexie allant remplacer a Londres la paralysie

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a person lying in a wheelbarrow with two signposts nearby, one pointing to Paris and the other to Calais. The drawing shows a person reclining in a wheelbarrow, wrapped in a blanket or cloth. The face appears expressive, possibly indicating illness or despair. There is an ominous figure holding a hammer, near the wheelbarrow. The scenery includes signposts labeled "ROUTE DE PARIS" and "ROUTE DE CALAIS." The drawing features strong, precise lines and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
1835
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4470 × 3493 px
Public Domain
Yes
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