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On a beau dire, l'antique est toujours beau...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

Two individuals are sitting on a bench, observing a marble statue. An elderly woman is on the left, wearing a shawl on her head and shoulders, a long skirt, and a layered top. Beside her sits an older man in a dark coat, high-collared shirt, and a top hat, holding a cane. The man looks at the statue. The statue is in a classic pose on a pedestal. The sketchy background includes trees, indicating an outdoor setting like a park or garden.

Artwork Details

Date
1850
Medium
lithograph on newsprint
Dimensions
3521 × 4490 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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