Artwork

Head of a Man

Head of a Man, by Honoré Daumier, chalk, 1844
Head of a Man, by Honoré Daumier, chalk, 1844

Head of a Man is a chalk drawing by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1844 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Head of a Man?

Head of a Man was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1844.

Where can I see Head of a Man?

Head of a Man is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Head of a Man?

Head of a Man is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Head of a Man?

Museum-quality prints of Head of a Man are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.