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Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a sketch showing two individuals depicted in full body length. The person on the left is positioned slightly turned away, with their back more visible than their front, walking with an animated posture that suggests motion. They have short hair covered by a cloth or cap and are wearing loose-fitting clothing, including pants and a shirt apparently tucked in or secured by a belt or sash, with a simple drape to their garment. To the right, there is an older gentleman slightly hunched over, walking with the assistance of a cane held in his left hand. He is wearing a tall top hat and formal attire, including a coat and trousers. His facial features exhibit a prominent nose, with the hat casting a shadow that occludes further detail. He is holding a book under his right arm. The setting appears to be on a cobblestone path or street. In the background, there is a large wall that curves from the ground upwards, creating a shadowed corner in the scene. The sketch is rendered in black and white.