Artwork

Quelle est votre opinion sur ...

Quelle est votre opinion sur ..., by Honoré Daumier, ink, 1864
Quelle est votre opinion sur ..., by Honoré Daumier, ink, 1864

Quelle est votre opinion sur ... 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. Quelle est votre opinion sur .

About this work

Overview

Quelle est votre opinion sur ... is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, dated 1864, depicting two men in a formal, waist-up portrait, capturing a quiet, convivial moment.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows one man drinking while the other observes, conveying a blend of humor and social commentary that reflects and critiques the societal norms of Daumier's time.

Technique & Style

Executed in lithography, the work exemplifies Daumier's skill in the medium, using its expressive capabilities to subtly convey nuanced social observation.

History & Provenance

Created in 1864, the lithograph is characteristic of Daumier's mid-period work, though specific provenance details are not provided here.

Context

Part of a broader 19th-century tradition of social commentary in art, this work aligns with Daumier's thematic preoccupations, inviting viewers to ponder the behaviors and norms of the era.

Legacy

The lithograph contributes to Daumier's reputation for astute, humorous social critique, influencing subsequent artists in the use of printmaking for commentary.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Honoré Daumier

Artist

Honoré Daumier

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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