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Le Charivari reconnaissant a l'année 1841

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a winged figure kneeling on the ground surrounded by laurel wreaths. The figure appears to be arranging the wreaths which are scattered around. The wings are large and detailed, contrasting with the figure's upper body. The background has a gradient from light to dark. The composition emphasizes the figure's posture and the laurel wreaths' symbolic meaning.

Artwork Details

Date
1841
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4367 × 3309 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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