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Je t'ai épousé pour charmer mon existence...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a full-body illustration of two individuals standing outdoors. On the left is a man with one hand in his pocket and the other holding a pipe to his mouth. He wears a tall black hat, a light-colored shirt with a partially open collar, a dark vest, and striped trousers. His facial features are rough and slightly obscured by facial hair, with a prominent chin. On the right, a woman is depicted standing with a basket on her arm containing items resembling loaves of bread. Her facial expression appears weary, and she has curly short hair. She wears a dress with a shawl, and another cloak over the shawl. Her left hand holds a bag. The background includes a rural setting with a windmill and shrubbery, suggesting a countryside scene. The illustration emphasizes detail in attire and posture, giving a historical context.

Artwork Details

Date
1839
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
2857 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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