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Un léger coup de vent

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person clinging to a tree. The person is positioned sideways, with both arms wrapped around the tree trunk, and their legs slightly raised. The individual's face is turned towards the viewer, with unkempt hair. The clothing consists of a long coat and trousers, which appear to be fluttering with the movement. The person wears a shoe on one foot, visible as the other foot is tucked under them. A top hat is depicted airborne to the right of the person's head. The background features swirling lines that represent a forceful wind, bending the nearby trees.

Artwork Details

Date
1846
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3302 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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