Artwork
Paris grippé
Paris grippé is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
'Paris grippé' is a lithograph print created by Honoré Daumier, depicting a poignant winter scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows three figures huddled together, dressed in heavy clothing, with one sneezing into a handkerchief, capturing a moment of shared discomfort in a cold urban environment.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Daumier's skill in lithography and his attention to human expression, conveying the emotions and physical sensations of the figures.
Context
The scene reflects the everyday struggles of people during winter, a common challenge at the time, and demonstrates Daumier's focus on social themes.
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.
