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Faisons semblant de dormier ...

Honoré Daumier

1868

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Interior

Dominant colour

Faisons semblant de dormier ... is a 1868 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Honoré Daumier
When & what style?: 1868 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see two men resting in a fancy room with intricate patterns and rich textures. The men seem relaxed, and the room's details suggest a high level of comfort. This attention to detail is interesting because it shows how Daumier thought about the people in his scenes and the spaces they occupied. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: lithography.