1842
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Une rencontre de jouyeauz augures is a 1842 ink by Honoré Daumier, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This lithograph shows two figures in ancient-style togas talking to each other. Their facial expressions are exaggerated, making the scene look humorous. The background is simple, which makes the figures stand out. The interesting thing about this work is that it uses strong contrasts to add depth. It's a simple yet effective way to convey emotion. To learn more about the method used to create this piece, look up the technique: lithography.
Honoré-Victorin Daumier was a French painter, sculptor, and printmaker, whose many works offer commentary on the social and political life in France, from the Revolution of 1830 to the fall of the Second French Empire in 1870.
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