Dire qu'il y a des gens qui boivent de l'absinthe ...
1864
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1864
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see two men talking, one holding a bottle and the other a glass. They have distinct faces and expressions. Their conversation seems casual, but it reveals a lot about the social scene. The men are likely discussing absinthe, a popular drink at the time. This scene gives us a glimpse into 19th-century social life and drinking culture. Check out the work of artist: Daumier, Honoré, to see more of his commentary on everyday life.