Docteur Prunelle
1833
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1833
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a heavyset man in a tight, old-fashioned suit. His coat bulges at the chest and belly, and his pants are tucked into tall boots. His face is round, with a stern look and a small mustache. The lines are rough and dark, making everything look exaggerated. The name "M. Prune" is written below, but the artist signed it "Daumier." This was likely a funny take on a real person, printed in a magazine. Want to know more? Check out lithography.
