Ah!... quelle singulière éducation vous donnez a votre fille?...
1844
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1844
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This lithograph shows a woman standing in a room, looking at another woman seated at a table. The standing woman is wearing a long dress and has her hand outstretched. The seated woman is looking up at her with a surprised expression. A young girl is kneeling on the floor, looking up at the standing woman. The room is simply furnished with a table and a picture on the wall. The overall mood of the scene is one of surprise and curiosity. The standing woman's outstretched hand and the seated woman's surprised expression suggest that something unexpected is happening. The artist, Honoré Daumier, was known for his satirical and humorous depictions of everyday life. This lithograph is a great example of his work. If you're interested in learning more about Daumier's style and technique, you might want to explore the world of Romanticism.