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La pipe matinale

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image features a profile view of a person reclining on a surface with their head on a pillow or similar support. The person is smoking a pipe, with smoke emanating from it. The individual has facial features including a pronounced nose and chin, with visible lines suggesting age or expression. They wear a cap or headscarf covering their head, leaving the face visible, and are dressed in loose-fitting nightwear or a robe. The setting appears to be informal and relaxed. French text, "La Pipe Matinale" (The Morning Pipe), is visible, as well as the words "SILHOUETTES." and "N°6" at the top. The background is shaded and textured, contrasting with the detailed drawing of the person, and the focus is on the individual.

Artwork Details

Date
1841
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
2962 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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