Who painted Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes?

Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes was painted by Honoré Daumier in 1850.

Where can I see Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes?

Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes?

Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes

Honoré Daumier , 1850

Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes is a print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Mr.

Accession no.: 1947.318
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Spector

About this work

Overview

Mr. Dupin in His Little Shoes is a print published in the newspaper Le Charivari on May 18, 1850, as part of the series News of the Day.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Mr. Dupin, a man wearing oversized or childishly small shoes, with a serious expression. The unusual footwear is the focal point, potentially conveying a message or commentary.

Technique & Style

The work employs chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, adding to the overall visual interest.

Context

As a print published in a newspaper, it was intended for a wide audience and was part of a larger series, News of the Day, suggesting it was meant to be a timely commentary or observation.

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…