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Les agréments d'une flanerie ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a Parisian street scene. The composition shows a busy street with carriages and horses amidst individuals in motion. The figures are captured in mid-stride with exaggerated expressions, suggesting movement. The background includes abstracted buildings, emphasizing the city setting. The piece has a satirical tone, typical of 19th-century illustrations.

Artwork Details

Date
1865
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 2659 px
Public Domain
Yes
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