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8 heures du matin, 1839. Creator: Honore Daumier
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8 heures du matin, 1839. Creator: Honore Daumier
8 heures du matin, 1839. 8 o'clock in the morning. (Le menage) Le spectacle de la nature eleve l'ame! Mr. Coquelet, pour se delasser des soins du menage, vient chercher a sa fenetre le parfum des fleurs, et le chant du [rossi]...serin...(The occupant) The spectacle of nature elevates the soul! Monsieur Coquelet, to relax from household chores, comes to seek at his window the scent of flowers, and the song of the [nightinga]...canary...From La Journee du Celibataire
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or "8 o'clock in the morning," is a captivating lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier, created in 1839. This intriguing piece, titled "Le menage" or "The household," is a delightful depiction of a man named Monsieur Coquelet, who has momentarily escaped the monotonous routine of household chores. As the title suggests, the scene unfolds at 8 o'clock in the morning, with the first light of day streaming in through the window. The occupant, Monsieur Coquelet, is shown leaning against the window frame, his weary expression replaced by a look of pure bliss as he takes in the spectacle of nature. The artist masterfully captures the essence of the morning, with the sun casting long shadows and the first blooms of the day gracing the scene. The window sill is adorned with a variety of potted plants and a birdcage, home to a canary, whose melodic song adds to the serene atmosphere. Monsieur Coquelet, seemingly mindful of the present moment, has momentarily forgotten the mundane tasks that await him. Instead, he is lost in the simple pleasures of nature, the scent of the flowers, and the soothing melody of the canary's song. The artist's use of satire and parody is evident in the subtle details, such as the snuffbox and feather duster in the foreground, hinting at the man's earlier preoccupations. This work of art, now housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, is a testament to Daumier's ability to capture the human condition with wit, humor, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. The black and white medium, with its intricate details and contrasts, further enhances the overall effect, transporting the viewer to a simpler time and place.
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