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Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of individuals in a museum or gallery-like setting, closely examining artwork displayed on the walls. The individuals are standing and leaning slightly forward with an intent focus on the art. The main figure in the foreground has long dark hair and a large, pronounced nose, wearing a large hat. Another figure with a sharply pointed beard looks intently at the artwork. They are dressed in dark clothing typical of 19th-century fashion, with jackets and hats. The background is filled with framed paintings lining the walls, with indistinct or blurred art subjects visible within them. The setting suggests an exhibition space typical of the period's art salons.

Artwork Details

Date
1852
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3198 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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