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Si tu veux, je t'achète deux cents billes ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of figures engaged in conversation and looking at a sign. The scene shows several figures standing and interacting. One of the figures is gesturing with a pointed finger, possibly in a discussion, while another figure is holding and pointing to a piece of paper or sign with written text on it. The background includes a building with archways. The style is caricature or satirical, with exaggerated features for comedic effect. The drawing is presented in monochromatic tones, relying on line work and shading to convey depth and form.

Artwork Details

Date
1857
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3448 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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