This is a drawing of a group of figures on a march. The image depicts several figures marching in an organized line. In the foreground, one figure holds a stick and walks with an exaggerated stride, while others follow closely behind. The background shows a structure with a classical architectural style, partially obscured behind the figures. The scene conveys a sense of movement and a satirical tone, consistent with a caricature style, emphasizing exaggerated features and expressions.
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This is a drawing of a group of figures on a march. The image depicts several figures marching in an organized line. In the foreground, one figure holds a stick and walks with an exaggerated stride, while others follow closely behind. The background shows a structure with a classical architectural style, partially obscured behind the figures. The scene conveys a sense of movement and a satirical tone, consistent with a caricature style, emphasizing exaggerated features and expressions.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A Naples: Défilé des... gardes-du-corps...

Honoré Daumier

Date
1855
Medium
lithograph
Classification
Print
Accession number
1958.8.70
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1851 to 1875
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Actualités

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Hat
  • Weapons
  • Man
  • Building
  • Writing

NGA object ID 45715. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.