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Les chasses ... ne se ressemblent pas

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This image depicts two individuals in different outfits. One person is dressed in traditional hunter's attire, while the other is wearing a whimsical, antiquated costume resembling a medieval character. The setting appears to be satirical or humorous, with a modern-day hunter standing confidently next to a character in a dramatic outfit. The character in the antiquated costume is holding a spear or staff. The drawing shows a playful contrast between the two characters in their attire and demeanor, emphasizing the absurdity of their encounter.

Artwork Details

Date
1866
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3352 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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