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Traquenards politiques

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a scene with various figures interacting with labeled arches. The artwork includes a naked figure, a donkey, and two clothed figures. One of the figures is inspecting the contents under a banner labeled 'Finances.' Another figure is near a donkey under an arch labeled 'Culte,' with a third figure seated next to them. The drawing utilizes various textures and shading techniques to create depth and perspective, resembling a satirical style. The expressions and postures of the figures emphasize humor and critique in the piece, typical of historical satire.

Artwork Details

Date
1835
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3171 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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