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Un Locataire qui a eu un oubli le 1er janvier
Un Locataire qui a eu un oubli le 1er janvier is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1847 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Un Locataire qui a eu un oubli le 1er janvier is a 1847 lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a French artist known for his satirical prints.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two figures in a cluttered, dimly lit space, one attempting to retrieve something with a long stick. The scene is likely a commentary on a contemporary issue or situation, reflecting Daumier's practice of critiquing social and political life through his art.
Technique & Style
The lithograph is characterized by quick, sketchy lines that convey a sense of movement and urgency, creating a dynamic and rushed atmosphere.
Context
Daumier produced this work during his tenure as a caricaturist for publications like La Caricature and Le Charivari, using his art to lampoon contemporary figures and situations, often targeting the monarchy, aristocracy, and clergy.
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Artist
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…
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