Artwork
Un entr'acte, par trente degrés de chaleur
Un entr'acte, par trente degrés de chaleur 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 entr'acte, par trente degrés de chaleur is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a print that captures a moment of contrast between two men in an urban setting.
Subject & Meaning
The two men, similarly attired in top hats, convey different emotional states: one appears astonished, while the other is contemplative, highlighting the varied responses individuals may have to the same circumstance.
Technique & Style
Created using lithography, a technique that allows for mass production of images, the print reflects Daumier's skill in utilizing this medium to convey nuanced expressions and societal commentary.
Context
The men's attire, particularly their top hats, signifies their adherence to the societal norms of their time, offering a glimpse into the dress and values of a specific social group.
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.
