Artwork
Le nouveau polichinelle napolitan
Le nouveau polichinelle napolitan is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le nouveau polichinelle napolitan is a lithograph created by Honoré Daumier in 1855. It features puppet-like figures on a stage, rendered in bold lines.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a tense scene between figures with exaggerated features, including large noses and costumes. The central figure, armed with a club, looms over another, suggesting a satirical commentary, though the specific target is unclear.
Technique & Style
Daumier's use of bold, sketchy lines accentuates the dynamic tension between the figures, contributing to the overall satirical effect.
History & Provenance
The lithograph was created in 1855 by Honoré Daumier, a French artist known for his satirical works.
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.
