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Le Crocodile

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a black-and-white drawing of a man in attire like a top hat and coat looking at a shop window displaying food items. The window shows various meats and produce, including sausages and a pumpkin. The man has an exaggerated, caricatured expression. The background features a busy street scene with other figures in similar attire. The drawing uses strong lines and shading to create depth and humor.

Artwork Details

Date
1838
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
2903 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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