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La Queue au spectacle

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of anthropomorphized figures standing in the snow. The scene shows figures in winter attire standing outside a venue behind a barrier. Snowflakes are visible in the air. The figures seem to be engaged in various interactions, with expressive expressions. The style of the illustration suggests a humorous or critical intent.

Artwork Details

Date
1840
Medium
lithograph on newsprint
Dimensions
3532 × 4613 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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