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Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code

Honoré Daumier , 1837

Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code, by Honoré Daumier, 1837
Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code, by Honoré Daumier, 1837

Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code is a print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1837 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. A print satirizing the legal system, published in the French magazine Le Charivari on May 28, 1837, as part of the series Caricaturana.

Accession no.
2001.137
Credit line
John L. Severance Fund

About this work

This painting shows a courtroom scene. It's a satirical work, making fun of the legal system. The artist used humor to comment on the issues of his time, which is interesting because it gives us a glimpse into what people were concerned about back then. Check out the work of artist: Honoré Daumier (French, 1808–1879) for more examples of this style.

Overview

A print satirizing the legal system, published in the French magazine Le Charivari on May 28, 1837, as part of the series Caricaturana.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a courtroom scene, using humor to critique the legal system and reflect contemporary societal concerns.

Technique & Style

Characteristic of Honoré Daumier's satirical style, the work employs caricature to comment on the issues of its time.

History & Provenance

Created by Honoré Daumier, a French artist active from 1808 to 1879, the print is part of a series that showcases his critical perspective on society.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Honoré Daumier

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…

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code?

Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1837.

Where can I see Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code?

Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code?

Breach of Article 24 of the Civil Code is associated with Romanticism.