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J. Jacques Dupin

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a caricature of a man from head to toe. He is standing upright in a frontal pose, slightly leaning to his right with his head tilted downwards. The man has exaggerated facial features, including a large, elongated face, pronounced nose, deep-set eyes, and a prominent chin. His hair appears short and is receding on the sides. He wears formal attire, consisting of a dark jacket, a white shirt, and light-colored trousers. In his left hand, he holds a top hat at his side. The background features a sketchy outline of a group of people standing and conversing, suggesting a social gathering. The image has a monochromatic tone, giving it a classic and artistic look.

Artwork Details

Date
1849
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3078 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
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