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Un Train de plaisir

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of seated passengers closely packed in what seems to be a train carriage. The individuals are sitting shoulder to shoulder on a long bench, with some leaning against each other or forward slightly. Their facial expressions are exaggerated, showing various features such as tiredness or weariness. They have various hairstyles and wear a mix of clothing from what looks like early 19th-century attire. One person has a satchel slung over their shoulder. The background indicates the inside of a carriage with curved walls and a window source of light in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1852
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3989 × 3499 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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