Pardon...je suis courtier de commerce...
1840
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1840
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a man standing in profile, holding a top hat, and another man lying in bed. The scene is intimate, with exaggerated facial features. This contrast between public and private life is interesting because it shows how people can be different in these two settings. Check out the work of artist: Daumier, Honoré to see more of this style.