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Tous les entrepreneurs d'affaires, ca adore ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of three men in front of a building marked "Bourse". The image depicts three individuals with distinct expressions and poses, all wearing tall top hats. The central figure holds his hands together with a sly smile, while the two other figures seem to engage him in conversation. In the background, additional individuals wearing similar attire gather around the building with the upper part labeled "Bourse." The use of shading and line work suggests the texture of fabrics and the lively atmosphere of a bustling scene. The drawing is likely a satirical commentary on business or stock exchange interactions of the time.

Artwork Details

Date
1856
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3258 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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