Ce Monsieur Courbet, fait des figures ... vulgaires ...
1855
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1855
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a group of people talking, with exaggerated faces. Their expressions are caricatures, making the scene look humorous. It's interesting because it comments on the social dynamics of the time. The artist used this style to make a point about the people in the scene. To learn more about the method used to create this artwork, look up the technique: lithography.
