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Ou l'on reconnait ... un ancien pharmacien

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a man bending down to interact with a dog on a leash held by another figure. The scene is depicted in a monochromatic style, likely using charcoal or ink. The man is extending a hand towards the small dog. The figures and buildings are drawn in a lively way, with a sense of action in the man's pose. In the background, there are urban elements like buildings that create a sense of location and depth.

Artwork Details

Date
1852
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3221 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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