Who painted Nous voila libres ...?

Nous voila libres ... was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1858.

Where can I see Nous voila libres ...?

Nous voila libres ... is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Nous voila libres ...?

Nous voila libres ... is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Nous voila libres ...

Honoré Daumier , 1858

Nous voila libres ... is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Overview

Nous voila libres is a 1858 lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a French artist known for his satirical works.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures with exaggerated expressions and gestures, conveying intense emotions and commenting on the social issues of 19th-century France.

Technique & Style

Daumier employed lithography to create the image, utilizing a caricature style that emphasizes emotional intensity through distorted representations of the human form.

Context

The artwork reflects the social commentary prevalent in Daumier's time, using satire to address contemporary issues.

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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…