Artwork
Laisse-moi regarder encore ... papa!
Laisse-moi regarder encore ... papa! is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Laisse-moi regarder encore.
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Overview
Laisse-moi regarder encore... papa! is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a monochromatic print capturing a lively scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a crowded art salon, where attendees in period clothing interact with each other and the artwork on display, conveying a range of emotions and reactions.
Technique & Style
Created using lithography, the work showcases Daumier's skill with this printmaking technique, which allows for nuanced tonal variations in a monochromatic palette.
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Artist
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…
