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Inconvénient d'un parapluie a ressorts trop compliqués

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals walking closely together. The man is holding an open umbrella, while the woman is holding her dress with one hand and the man's arm or shoulder with the other. The man has distinct facial features and a top hat covering part of his hair. The woman has a bonnet covering most of her hair. The man is wearing a dark coat and trousers, and the woman is wearing a long, textured garment. Raindrops are visible around them, indicating inclement weather. The background includes vertical lines and shapes suggesting a city building or wall, with cobbled pavement under their feet. The image has a monochromatic tone.

Artwork Details

Date
1847
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3399 × 4112 px
Public Domain
Yes
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