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Des gens dont le soleil réjouit peu la vue

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures saluting towards a rising or setting sun. The scene features two figures in military attire saluting, with a background dominated by the sun. In the distance, there is a small figure and a cannon. The drawing style is typical of illustrated cartoons, with fine lines and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
1855
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3656 × 3548 px
Public Domain
Yes
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