1866
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Ou Venise commence a espérer is a 1866 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This lithograph depicts a hooded figure, possibly Death, standing on the left side of the image. The figure is dressed in a long, dark robe and holds a staff in their right hand, with their left hand raised to their head. In the background, two men are shown in a dramatic pose, with one man appearing to be shouting or gesturing towards the hooded figure. The image is rendered in dark tones, with the hooded figure standing out against the lighter background. The overall mood of the image is somber and ominous, with the hooded figure looming large over the two men. The use of lithography in this image creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall impact of the scene. For more information on the technique used to create this image, look up 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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