Artwork
Daumier fut le peintre ordinaire...
Daumier fut le peintre ordinaire... is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1839 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Daumier fut le peintre ordinaire.
About this work
Overview
Daumier fut le peintre ordinaire... is a lithograph on newsprint created by Honoré Daumier around 1839. It exemplifies his work as a printmaker and caricaturist, known for sharp social commentary.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man in a large top hat and long coat with exaggerated facial features, suggesting a satirical portrayal of a notable figure. The title 'Panthéon Charivarique' implies a humorous take on a well-known person, aligning with Daumier's critique of societal figures.
Technique & Style
The lithograph's loose, quick lines and unpolished appearance indicate a rapid production process, characteristic of Daumier's work in satirical publications. Lithography allowed artists like Daumier to produce prints quickly, facilitating timely commentary on current events.
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.
