Who painted At Varenne, Saint-Maur?

At Varenne, Saint-Maur was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1862.

Where can I see At Varenne, Saint-Maur?

At Varenne, Saint-Maur is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is At Varenne, Saint-Maur?

At Varenne, Saint-Maur is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

At Varenne, Saint-Maur

Honoré Daumier , 1862

At Varenne, Saint-Maur is a print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1948.9
Credit line: Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Prasse Collection

About this work

This painting shows a quiet street scene. It's a simple moment in time. The artist included everyday details, like people walking and buildings.

The artist used shadows to add depth, which is a technique called chiaroscuro, a method that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume. Look up the work of artist: Honoré Daumier (French, 1808–1879)

Overview

At Varenne, Saint-Maur is a print by Honoré Daumier, a French artist active in the 19th century.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene street scene, capturing a moment in time with everyday details such as pedestrians and buildings.

Technique & Style

Daumier employed chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to convey depth and create a sense of volume in the scene.

History & Provenance

The print was published in two different contexts: in the journal Le Boulevard on May 11, 1862, and as part of the album Souvenirs d’Artistes, specifically as plate 418.

Artist & collection

Artist

Honoré Daumier

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…