Who painted Une Visite du 1er Janvier?

Une Visite du 1er Janvier was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1846.

Where can I see Une Visite du 1er Janvier?

Une Visite du 1er Janvier is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Une Visite du 1er Janvier?

Une Visite du 1er Janvier is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Une Visite du 1er Janvier?

Museum-quality prints of Une Visite du 1er Janvier are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Une Visite du 1er Janvier

Honoré Daumier , 1846

Une Visite du 1er Janvier is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Une Visite du 1er Janvier is a 1846 lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a French artist known for his satirical works.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two men in a strained embrace, one laughing and the other stiff, highlighting the tension between them. The simplicity of their clothing and the awkwardness of their interaction suggest a commentary on social class.

Technique & Style

The lithograph is characterized by rough lines and a spontaneous feel, with the artist's notes and sketches visible around the edges, giving the impression of a quickly captured moment.

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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.