Un Mari brûlé du feu de la jalousie

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This drawing shows an individual submerged in water beneath a tree, with a couple standing on a hill in the background. In the foreground, a person is partially submerged in water, clinging to a large tree trunk amidst the watery landscape. The water is depicted with rippling lines, and vegetation surrounds the edges. A top hat floats nearby. In the background, on an elevated hill, a couple is shown embracing or possibly dancing, partially obscured by atmospheric clouds. The scene conveys a sense of drama and contrasts the struggle in the foreground with the serene moment on the hill. The use of monochromatic tones creates a somber atmosphere.