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Salut! Terre de l'hospitalité...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a man gesturing in front of a customs office with packages around him. The scene is rendered in a detailed, monochromatic style, emphasizing outlines and shadows. It depicts a setting labeled as "Douanes de Belgique." The man in the foreground has a dramatic pose, holding a hat in one hand. Various packages and parcels are scattered around, indicating a customs or border setting. The overall composition suggests motion and emotion.

Artwork Details

Date
1840
Medium
lithograph on newsprint
Dimensions
3454 × 4847 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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