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Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol

Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol, by Honoré Daumier, ink, 1855
Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol, by Honoré Daumier, ink, 1855

Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés.

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Overview

Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés... sur Sébastopol is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a print that showcases the artist's characteristic satirical style.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a rotund man holding a birdcage as two owls escape, conveying a humorous tone through exaggerated representation.

Technique & Style

The lithograph features detailed line work that contrasts the dynamic movement of the owls with the static presence of the man, highlighting Daumier's skillful use of satire and caricature.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Honoré Daumier

Artist

Honoré Daumier

Honoré-Victorin Daumier (French: ; 26 February 1808 – 10 or 11 February 1879) was a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker, whose many works offer commentary on the social and political life in France, from the…

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Who painted Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol?

Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1855.

Where can I see Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol?

Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol?

Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol?

Museum-quality prints of Deux Grands-Ducs Lachés ... sur Sébastopol are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.