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Une récompense artistique

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-length illustration of a person standing beside a piano. The person is standing with their back partially turned to the viewer, both hands resting on the piano keys. They have long, dark hair cascading over their shoulders. The person's face is visible and angular with sharp features. They are dressed in a long, dark, flowing garment. On the floor near the person's feet, there are three other individuals kneeling. These individuals have hair styled in a topknot and are wearing robes with intricate designs. One of the kneeling individuals is holding a sword, presenting it towards the standing person. The background features artistically rendered, abstract shapes that suggest a decorative wall or curtain, adding depth to the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1844
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3173 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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