Oui, on veut dépouiller cet orphelin...
1845
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1845
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows four men in a courtroom. One stands dramatically with his arms raised, like he’s protesting or making a point. The other three sit at a table, leaning over papers and a hat—maybe collecting money or evidence. Their faces look serious, even angry, and their clothes are old-fashioned robes and hats. The standing man’s wide-open mouth and gesture make him the focus. The caption below hints at a speech about taking from an orphan, but we can’t see the full words. The drawing feels rushed, like it was made fast to catch a moment. Next, check out lithography to see how artists like Daumier made prints like this one.
