Artwork
Danger de se trouver au milieu d'une course au clocher

Danger de se trouver au milieu d'une course au clocher is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Honoré Daumier's lithograph 'Danger de se trouver au milieu d'une course au clocher' depicts a tumultuous rural scene where a group of pigs wreak havoc, conveying dynamic energy through the composition.
Subject & Meaning
The subject revolves around unruly pigs in a rustic setting, suggesting a commentary on chaos or uncontrolled behavior, though the specific intent remains interpretative.
Technique & Style
Daumier employs precise line work and nuanced shading in this lithograph, showcasing his mastery of the medium by effectively capturing animated movement and texture with simplicity.
Context
Created in the context of 19th-century French lithography, the work reflects Daumier's ability to use the medium for both artistic expression and potential social commentary.
Legacy
While not widely contextualized here, the piece contributes to Daumier's broader legacy as a lithographer capable of conveying complex themes and energies through deceptively simple techniques.
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.
















