Artwork
Etrennes de 1856 ...
Etrennes de 1856 ... is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Etrennes de 1856 is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier featuring a man and woman in period attire, accompanied by a small animal, set against a depth-suggesting background.
Subject & Meaning
The print captures an interaction between two figures, whose traditional clothing and demeanor reflect the social dynamics of their era, offering a glimpse into contemporary life.
Technique & Style
Created using lithography, a technique where images are drawn on stone and transferred to paper, Daumier's work showcases this method's capabilities in conveying nuanced scenes.
History & Provenance
While specific historical context or ownership history of Etrennes de 1856 is not detailed here, its title suggests it was a New Year's (étrennes) piece for 1856, common for lithographs of the time.
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.
