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Ah! Théophile ... j'en apprends de belles ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image features two people shown from the waist up, situated closely together. On the left, a woman is seated, her upper body turned slightly to the side. She has a distinctive profile with a prominent nose, her hair is neatly styled and pulled back, and she wears a garment with a high collar. The fabric of her clothing is textured. She holds a book open on her lap. Opposite her, a man leans forward, facing the woman with wide eyes and a surprised mouth. The man's hair is short and untidy. He is dressed in loose, wrinkled clothing, with one hand extended outward. The background is lightly shaded, emphasizing the interaction between the two figures in a nondescript indoor setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1860
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3668 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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