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L'Ane et les deux voleurs

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures grappling on the ground, with an equestrian figure in the background. The composition is dynamic and intense, showcasing a struggle on a rugged landscape with rolling hills. The foreground features a tussle between two figures, with one figure pinning the other to the ground. A rider on a horse moves away swiftly in the background, blending into the rugged landscape. The contrast between the foreground action and the distant rider adds depth and narrative to the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1862
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3354 × 3900 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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