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Une promenade conjugale

Honoré Daumier

1852

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century Genre Scene

Dominant colour

Une promenade conjugale is a 1852 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Honoré Daumier
When & what style?: 1852 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see a couple walking together in a rocky landscape. The man is dressed up, with a top hat and cane, while the woman wears a long dress. This contrast between their clothes and expressions is interesting because it shows the different social roles of men and women back then. Check out the work of artist: Daumier, Honoré to see more of his commentary on everyday life.