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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
- 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.