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Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a bear tied to a post labeled "RUSSIE". The drawing depicts a scene where a large bear, wearing a crown, is tied to a post labeled "RUSSIE". A figure, dressed in a classical garment and labeled "EUROPE", is pulling on the rope that binds the bear. In the background, the word "CONSTANTIN" is visible, accompanied by outlines of structures resembling buildings or domes. The drawing uses symbolism to convey a message.

Artwork Details

Date
1854
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3365 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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