Who painted I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform.?

I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform. was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1848.

Where can I see I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform.?

I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform. is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform.?

I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform. is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform.

Honoré Daumier , 1848

I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform. is a print by the Romanticist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1924.911
Credit line: Gift of Philip Hofer

About this work

Overview

'I am not surprised women are still fond of men in uniform' is a print by French artist Honoré Daumier, created in 1848.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a couple on a bench, with a soldier in the background, commenting on the enduring appeal of men in uniform and possibly critiquing social attitudes.

Technique & Style

The work employs chiaroscuro, using strong light and dark contrasts to add depth and emotion, characteristic of Romanticism's focus on everyday life and social commentary.

History & Provenance

The print is now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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…