Artwork
Fumeurs et priseurs
Fumeurs et priseurs 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
Fumeurs et priseurs, a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, depicts an intimate indoor scene of four men engaged in conversation, distinguished by their varied emotions and physical characteristics.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork captures the social dynamics of its time through the nuanced portrayal of individual personalities and interactions among the four figures, conveying a sense of everyday life.
Technique & Style
Executed in lithograph, the piece features a monochromatic, sketch-like quality that emphasizes expressive qualities, with detailed attention to facial expressions to evoke emotional depth.
History & Provenance
Created by Honoré Daumier, a prominent figure in 19th-century French art, the lithograph reflects his observant approach to depicting contemporary life.
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.
