1849
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ma femme reste bien longtemps a ce banquet ... is a 1849 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows a man sitting in a chair, resting his head on his hand. He looks thoughtful. A small child is at his feet. The man's calm demeanor contrasts with the cluttered table, suggesting a lively gathering. This contrast is interesting because it highlights the man's quiet moment amidst a busy scene. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: lithography.
Honoré-Victorin Daumier was a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker, whose many works offer commentary on the social and political life in France, from the Revolution of 1830 to the fall of the Second French Empire in 1870.
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