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Oui, on veut dépouiller cet orphelin...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a courtroom scene. A lawyer is gesturing passionately while three other figures appear disinterested or tired. The setting shows a courtroom with dynamic and static figures, highlighting a contrast in their actions. The grayscale tones and detailed line work create depth within the scene, conveying a mix of humor and criticism towards legal proceedings.

Artwork Details

Date
1845
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4234 × 3499 px
Public Domain
Yes
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