Un banquet de barbistes

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a banquet scene. Three individuals are seated at a table with plates and glassware, and one standing figure is raising a glass in a gesture that suggests a toast. The table is set with a champagne bottle and various dining utensils. The background includes newspaper text. This is a black-and-white illustration characterized by detailed shading. The drawing employs exaggerated facial features and expressions.