Artwork
The Auction House: The Expert
The Auction House: The Expert is a print by the Impressionist artist Honoré Daumier. It dates from 1863 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1921.1483
- Credit line
- Gift of Ralph King
About this work
Overview
The Auction House: The Expert is a 1863 print by Honoré Daumier, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a scene where a man, likely an art expert, gestures towards a framed portrait in front of an audience. The man's open mouth and dramatic gesture suggest he is speaking or presenting the artwork.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro in the print creates a sense of depth, emphasizing the expert's gesture and drawing attention to the framed portrait.
Artist & collection
Artist
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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