This is a black and white drawing showing a crowded city scene. There are various animated figures with exaggerated emotions, conveying a sense of busyness and chaos. In the center, a man in plaid trousers and a large hat is surrounded by others vying for his attention. Papers and signs with labels like "HOTEL" and "RESTAURANT" are scattered on the floor. The characters have exaggerated expressions, adding a comical and satirical tone to the scene. The drawing uses heavy lines and shading to create depth.
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This is a black and white drawing showing a crowded city scene. There are various animated figures with exaggerated emotions, conveying a sense of busyness and chaos. In the center, a man in plaid trousers and a large hat is surrounded by others vying for his attention. Papers and signs with labels like "HOTEL" and "RESTAURANT" are scattered on the floor. The characters have exaggerated expressions, adding a comical and satirical tone to the scene. The drawing uses heavy lines and shading to create depth.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Arrivée dans une ville trop hospitalière...

Honoré Daumier

Date
1852
Medium
lithograph
Classification
Print
Accession number
1977.81.14
Credit line
Andrew W. Mellon Fund
Time span
1851 to 1875
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Les Trains de plaisir: pl.11

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Costume
  • Hat
  • Figures
  • Writing

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