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Ou peut conduire la lecture du Constitutionnel!

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a person reading a newspaper amidst an abstract landscape. The scene includes a figure standing in a water-filled area surrounded by tree-like structures or rocks. The figure is dressed in a suit and top hat, reading a large newspaper titled "LE CONSTITUTIONNEL." The background features textured shades and forms suggesting foliage or a natural setting. Strong contrasts of black and white highlight the central figure against the lighter environment, showcasing solitude and engrossment in reading in an unusual environment.

Artwork Details

Date
1845
Medium
lithograph on newsprint
Dimensions
3487 × 4736 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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