Who painted Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas?

Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1852.

Where can I see Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas?

Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas?

Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas

Honoré Daumier , 1852

Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier depicting a crowded art gallery scene.

Subject & Meaning

The print shows a diverse group of people interacting with the artwork, their exaggerated expressions and old-fashioned clothing highlighting the social dynamics of the time. The title suggests a commentary on art accessibility and the cultural atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Daumier's style is characterized by bold, cartoon-like lines and a sharp, humorous tone, often used to mock high society and capture the behavior of crowds.

Context

The lithograph likely references the practice of some museums having free admission days, a rare occurrence in Daumier's era.

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.