Who painted The Prodigal Son?

The Prodigal Son was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1844.

Where can I see The Prodigal Son?

The Prodigal Son is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Prodigal Son?

The Prodigal Son is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of The Prodigal Son?

Museum-quality prints of The Prodigal Son are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Prodigal Son

Honoré Daumier , 1844

The Prodigal Son is a charcoal drawing by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1844 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Prodigal Son is a 1844 drawing by Honoré Daumier, a French artist known for his commentary on social and political issues.

Technique & Style

Created with charcoal heightened with white on green-gray paper, the drawing showcases Daumier's skill with monochromatic media.

Context

Daumier's work often critiqued the French monarchy, aristocracy, and clergy, reflecting his democratic and republican sympathies amidst the societal tensions of mid-19th-century France.

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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…