Who painted Tout ce qu'on voudra?

Tout ce qu'on voudra was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1847.

Where can I see Tout ce qu'on voudra?

Tout ce qu'on voudra is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Tout ce qu'on voudra?

Tout ce qu'on voudra is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Tout ce qu'on voudra?

Museum-quality prints of Tout ce qu'on voudra are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Tout ce qu'on voudra

Honoré Daumier , 1847

Tout ce qu'on voudra is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1847 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Tout ce qu'on voudra is a lithograph print by Honoré Daumier, created for publication in a French newspaper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a group of formally dressed individuals viewing classical sculptures in a gallery, capturing their varied reactions and interactions with the art. Daumier's work humorously comments on the upper class's behavior around art.

Technique & Style

Daumier employed lithography, drawing with a greasy crayon on stone to produce the print. The technique allowed for expressive use of strong black lines and textured surfaces, conveying emotion and depth in the scene.

Context

As part of Daumier's extensive output of social observations, Tout ce qu'on voudra reflects his interest in capturing the nuances of contemporary life and the public's engagement with art.

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Artist & collection

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.