La figure de ce monsieur ne me revient guère ...
1864
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1864
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
La figure de ce monsieur ne me revient guère ... is a 1864 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see two men seated in a small train compartment. They are dressed differently and have distinct expressions. This contrast highlights social differences and classes. The men's attire and facial expressions are what make this work interesting. It shows how people from different backgrounds interact in a small space. This lithograph is a great example to learn more about the technique: lithography.
