Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas
1852
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1852
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Un jour ou l'on ne paye pas is a 1852 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see a crowded art gallery where people mill about, their faces exaggerated and clothes old-fashioned. Daumier shows how folks act in museums—some stare, others chat, a few look bored. The title hints this place had free days, a rare treat back then. His style is sharp and funny. He loved drawing crowds and mocking high society. The lines are bold, almost like cartoons. This type of print is called lithography. Look up Daumier, Honoré next.
