Monsieur le concierge, allant en soirée
1858
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1858
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This lithograph shows a well-dressed couple greeting their doorman in front of a Paris townhouse. The man holds a top hat while the woman adjusts her glove—small details that scream 1850s Paris. Daumier loved poking at class divides. Here he shows a servant in fancy clothes, acting as gatekeeper to the rich. The lithograph’s bold lines and shadows make the scene feel alive. Watch how he uses light to show who matters here. Check out more by Daumier, Honoré.
