Ah! Ciel maman maman ... Ah! Dieu ma fille ...

Ah! Ciel maman maman ... Ah! Dieu ma fille ...

Honoré Daumier

1845

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see two people in a dramatic scene. One is on an animal, while the other is on the ground with arms outstretched. This artwork stands out because of its strong contrasts and dynamic lines, which add to the emotions and humor in the scene. To learn more about the method used to create this artwork, look up the technique: lithography.

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