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Le roi des grecs ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two uniformed figures in an exaggerated and satirical pose. The image depicts a scene with two figures interacting. One figure is holding a rifle with a crown on top and wearing a military uniform, looking forlorn. The other figure is dressed in elaborate ceremonial armor with an eagle helmet, gesturing as if explaining something. This figure wears boots with spurs and is in a dynamic posture. In the background, there is another figure standing passively in traditional attire. The drawing features bold, linear strokes and strong contrasts.

Artwork Details

Date
1854
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3059 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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