Artwork
Nouvelle mode anglaise
Nouvelle mode anglaise 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
Nouvelle mode anglaise is a 1852 lithograph by Honoré Daumier, presenting a humorous juxtaposition of two social scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The print is divided into two sections: the upper scene depicts three men sharing a drink through straws, while the lower scene shows two men drinking alone. This contrast highlights the tension between social interaction and individualism.
Technique & Style
Daumier employed lithography, a printmaking technique using greasy ink on stone, allowing for rapid execution and capturing a satirical moment. The work is characterized by detailed line work and a monochromatic palette.
Legacy
Daumier's cartoons, including Nouvelle mode anglaise, remain humorous today, testifying to his enduring satirical commentary on societal norms.
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.
