Who painted C'est bien agréable de jardiner?

C'est bien agréable de jardiner was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1865.

Where can I see C'est bien agréable de jardiner?

C'est bien agréable de jardiner is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is C'est bien agréable de jardiner?

C'est bien agréable de jardiner is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

C'est bien agréable de jardiner

Honoré Daumier , 1865

C'est bien agréable de jardiner is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

C'est bien agréable de jardiner is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, capturing a lighthearted moment between two individuals in a garden.

Subject & Meaning

The print portrays two contrasting figures: one relaxed with hands in pockets, the other actively gardening with a shovel and hat. Their exaggerated facial expressions underscore the humorous, everyday aspect of gardening.

Technique & Style

Daumier employed lithography to create the work, characterized by a cartoonish style with pronounced facial features, amplifying the comedic tone of the scene.

Context

As a lithograph, it reflects Daumier's use of a popular medium for social commentary, though here the focus is on gentle humor rather than critique.

Legacy

While not a landmark work in Daumier's oeuvre, it showcases his ability to find humor in mundane activities, contributing to his reputation for insightful, often witty, observations of everyday life.

Artist & collection

Artist

Honoré Daumier

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.