This is a drawing of an interaction in a finely furnished room. The scene shows a figure leaning over a chair, draped in an ornate garment, while another figure gestures behind. The attire is detailed, with evident folds and textures. In the background, there's a grand fireplace with decorative items like small sculptures and a clock. The walls are adorned with framed portraits or decorations. The style is reminiscent of classical caricature or satire, with exaggerated expressions and postures.
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This is a drawing of an interaction in a finely furnished room. The scene shows a figure leaning over a chair, draped in an ornate garment, while another figure gestures behind. The attire is detailed, with evident folds and textures. In the background, there's a grand fireplace with decorative items like small sculptures and a clock. The walls are adorned with framed portraits or decorations. The style is reminiscent of classical caricature or satire, with exaggerated expressions and postures.

National Gallery of Art · Print

A l'instar d'Henri IV

Honoré Daumier

Date
1852
Medium
lithograph
Classification
Print
Accession number
1943.3.3184
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1851 to 1875
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Tout ce qu'on voudra

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • interior
  • architecture
  • Woman
  • Mirror
  • Chair
  • boy
  • portrait

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