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Une nouvelle maniére de descendre le fleuve de la vie

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a boating mishap on a river near a city with buildings and a bridge. The image shows a capsized boat and individuals struggling in the water, while others row a small boat in the background. The cityscape includes buildings, an embankment, and a bridge over the river. The artwork humorously portrays the chaotic scene with exaggerated expressions and gestures. The drawing is monochromatic and sketch-like, with some speech included in the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1843
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3718 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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