Artwork
Le docteur Véron refusant ... consolation
Le docteur Véron refusant ... consolation is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le docteur Véron refusant consolation is a lithograph created by Honoré Daumier in 1852, characterized by a dominant central figure grasping two smaller winged beings amidst a turbulent, stormy environment.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, embodying strength and emotional turmoil, conveys themes of defiance and the burdens of responsibility through its struggle with the winged creatures.
Technique & Style
Daumier's use of lithography captures intense emotional tension, with the dramatic, stormy backdrop amplifying the sense of turmoil and inner conflict.
History & Provenance
Created in 1852, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
Reflects Daumier's propensity for depicting powerful, emotionally charged scenes, inviting comparison with his broader oeuvre of socially conscious and psychologically nuanced works.
Legacy
Contributes to Daumier's reputation for impactful lithographic works exploring human emotion and moral depth, though its direct influence or notable exhibitions are not specified here.
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.
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