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Le boursicotières ... Voyons, ma chère ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figure walking together. The figures are humorously exaggerated, wearing full suits and top hats. One figure is rounder with a prominent, curving posture, while the other is leaner, striding forward purposefully. Both have exaggerated features and are depicted in a slightly abstract manner, emphasizing the comical nature of their attire and gestures. In the background, there are large architectural columns, and a group of smaller figures are gathered or watching the two leading figures. The illustration includes intricate line work defining shapes and shadows.

Artwork Details

Date
1856
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3537 px
Public Domain
Yes
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