Artwork
Le boursicotières ... Voyons, ma chère ...
Le boursicotières ... Voyons, ma chère ... 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. Le boursicotières .
About this work
Overview
Le boursicotières ... Voyons, ma chère ... is a 1856 lithograph by Honoré Daumier, showcasing two men in exaggerated attire and postures.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two suited men with top hats, one leaning and the other striding, set against large architectural columns. Their comical gestures and attire are accentuated by the monumental backdrop.
Technique & Style
Intricate line work creates a sense of movement, contributing to the comedic effect. The lithograph's detailed rendering emphasizes the humor in the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1856 by Honoré Daumier, this lithograph is a product of the artist's skill in using lithography to convey satire and humor.
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.
