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Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

Two men's upper bodies are shown in the image. The man on the right is leaning forward and reaching out with his hands, wearing a wide-brimmed top hat. His facial expression appears surprised or disbelieving. He has distinctive features including an aquiline nose and a prominent chin, with his hair covered by the hat. He is dressed in a long-sleeved shirt or coat. The man on the left is partially hidden by the other man's arm. His facial expression seems shocked or excited. He wears a rounded hat and has curly hair and a bushy mustache. Both men wear dark-toned jackets and shirts. The background features sketchy depictions of frames and paintings on the wall, suggesting an art gallery or exhibition setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1865
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3188 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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