Who painted Satanées salades ...?

Satanées salades ... was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1865.

Where can I see Satanées salades ...?

Satanées salades ... is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Satanées salades ...?

Satanées salades ... is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

Satanées salades ...

Honoré Daumier , 1865

Satanées salades ... is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Overview

Honoré Daumier’s lithograph titled “Satanées salades” presents a whimsical garden scene in which a solitary figure tends to plants. Rendered in black‑and‑white, the print captures a moment of everyday labor while employing exaggerated facial features and attire to generate a light‑hearted tone.

Subject & Meaning

The central character, distinguished by an oversized nose and a comically oversized hat, is shown watering foliage amid stylised trees. Daumier’s caricature amplifies the ordinary activity, inviting viewers to consider the quirks of daily life and the subtle satire embedded in commonplace tasks.

Technique & Style

Created through lithography, the work relies on a stone‑based printing process that allows for fluid, gestural lines and tonal variation. Daumier’s characteristic bold outlines and simplified forms give the scene a cartoon‑like quality, while the contrast of dark ink against the paper enhances the exaggerated features.

Context

Produced during Daumier’s prolific period of social observation, the print reflects his interest in portraying the urban and rural populace with a blend of humor and critique. The garden setting, though idealised, serves as a microcosm for the broader social environment that Daumier frequently examined.

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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…