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Danger de porter des jupons-ballons...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a windy day with people wearing large skirts. The scene shows individuals dealing with the effects of the strong wind. In the foreground, one person's skirt is lifted by the wind, while another person nearby is holding onto it. Other figures in the background are also struggling with the wind, losing their hats and looking surprised. The setting appears to be an urban street. The artwork uses sweeping lines to show the movement of the wind, creating a dynamic scene. The exaggerated expressions and actions highlight the humorous aspect of the situation, commenting on the fashion of balloon skirts.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1857
Medium
lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
4167 × 3554 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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