C'est pesque toujours a la halle ...
1840
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1840
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This lithograph shows a crowded fish market. Two women stand at a stall, one holding a basket. A fishmonger hands over a wrapped parcel. The scene bustles with everyday noise and motion. Daumier made this print in 1840. At the time, Paris markets were loud and crowded. He often used satire, but here he just observed. The rough lines feel quick and alive. See how sharp his lines are? That’s lithography. Look it up.
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