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Dis donc ... mon mari ...j'ai bien envie d'appeler mon drama ...

Dis donc ... mon mari ...j'ai bien envie d'appeler mon drama ..., by Honoré Daumier, ink, 1844
Dis donc ... mon mari ...j'ai bien envie d'appeler mon drama ..., by Honoré Daumier, ink, 1844

Dis donc ... mon mari ...j'ai bien envie d'appeler mon drama ... is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1844 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This lithograph by Honoré Daumier depicts a tense conversation between two figures in a domestic setting.

Subject & Meaning

The scene captures a moment of emotional intensity, with the woman's pointing gesture and the man's reaction conveying a sense of drama and conflict, revealing the artist's insight into human relationships.

Technique & Style

Daumier's skill in conveying emotion through posture and gesture is evident, showcasing his ability to capture the nuances of social interactions.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Honoré Daumier

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.

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