Who painted Une Situation désagréable?

Une Situation désagréable was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1866.

Where can I see Une Situation désagréable?

Une Situation désagréable is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Une Situation désagréable?

Une Situation désagréable is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Une Situation désagréable

Honoré Daumier , 1866

Une Situation désagréable is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Une Situation désagréable is a 1866 lithograph on newsprint by Honoré Daumier, a French artist known for his satirical prints and caricatures.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts three men in a tense scene, with one lying on the ground and the others standing over him, armed with a sword and stick. The men's expressions convey discomfort, capturing a moment of unease.

Technique & Style

Daumier's use of bold lines and shading creates depth and emotion in the image, effectively conveying the tension in the scene.

Context

As a regular contributor to satirical newspapers like La Caricature and Le Charivari, Daumier used accessible print media to critique French society, targeting the monarchy, aristocracy, and clergy with his republican views.

Artist & collection

Artist

Honoré Daumier

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.