Artwork
Monsieur le concierge, allant en soirée
Monsieur le concierge, allant en soirée is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Monsieur le concierge, allant en soirée is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, depicting a scene from 19th-century Parisian life.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a well-dressed couple interacting with their doorman outside a townhouse, highlighting the social dynamics between the servant class and their wealthy employers. The scene pokes fun at class distinctions, with the doorman serving as a gatekeeper to the upper class.
Technique & Style
The lithograph features bold lines and shading, which create a sense of depth and bring the scene to life. Daumier's use of light emphasizes the social hierarchy within the composition.
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.
