Artwork
A Flourens, la jeunesse reconnaissante!
A Flourens, la jeunesse reconnaissante! is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Flourens, la jeunesse reconnaissante! is a 1855 lithograph by Honoré Daumier, featuring a stone bust on a pedestal and two responding figures.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts two men in everyday attire reacting to the bust, conveying a humorous yet poignant moment that likely comments on a cultural or political issue.
Technique & Style
Daumier's use of strong lines and shading is characteristic of 19th-century caricatures, while the lithography technique allows for a nuanced expression of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1855, the print reflects Daumier's work during this period, utilizing lithography to convey satire and social commentary.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Honoré-Victorin Daumier was a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker, whose many works offer commentary on the social and political life in France, from the Revolution of 1830 to the fall of the Second French Empire in 1870.
