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Les Cadeaux de Noël de 1868

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a robed figure observing a pile of cannonballs and a large cannon. The figure wears a crown and a robe labeled "Europe." The scene is indoors with an arched entryway in the background. The cannon and cannonballs are arranged as a gift. The drawing is detailed with shading that adds depth to the robe and objects. The use of contrast highlights spikes behind the cannon. The title at the bottom is "Les cadeaux de Noël de 1868."

Artwork Details

Date
1868
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3465 × 3986 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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