Artwork
Un abri a la campagne
Un abri a la campagne is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Un abri a la campagne, a lithograph by Honoré Daumier from 1856, presents a tranquil outdoor scene of a man resting under a tree accompanied by a dog, set amidst a peaceful rural landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The artwork conveys a serene moment of relaxation, emphasizing the subject's calm connection with nature through the relaxed pose of both the man and the dog.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose and expressive lines, the piece showcases Daumier's use of simple yet effective forms, typical of his approach to lithography, to evoke a sense of natural harmony.
History & Provenance
Created in 1856, specific details regarding the artwork's provenance and historical context beyond its creation date are not provided.
Context
Reflecting mid-19th-century themes of seeking solace in nature, the work aligns with contemporary artistic explorations of everyday life and the human relationship with the environment.
Legacy
While specific legacy details are not provided, the piece contributes to Daumier's broader body of work that influenced subsequent generations in capturing everyday moments with expressive simplicity.
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.
