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Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century. The Salon of 1857. Scene on the opening day - nothing but genuine connoisseurs, sixty thousand people in all
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Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century
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is a captivating lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier, created in the mid-19th century. This intriguing work of art offers a humorous and satirical glimpse into the opening day of the Salon of 1857, one of the most prestigious art exhibitions in France. Daumier masterfully captures the chaos and excitement of the event, with sixty thousand people in attendance. The image is filled with a diverse array of individuals, each dressed in the fashion of the time. Connoisseurs, art critics, and visitors from the country and the city are all present, gesturing and pointing at the various paintings and artworks on display. The artist's use of caricature and parody is evident in the exaggerated expressions and body language of the figures. Some men wear top hats, adding an air of importance and sophistication, while others don simpler hats or no headgear at all. The clothing, from elegant dresses to practical working attire, reflects the social and economic diversity of the crowd. The National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. holds this valuable heritage piece in its collection, a testament to Daumier's enduring influence on the art world. The image invites us to reflect on the role of art exhibitions in shaping public opinion and the importance of genuine connoisseurship in an era before mass media and widespread art education. With its timeless humor and insightful commentary on human nature, "Aspect de salon le jour de l'ouverture... 19th century" remains a fascinating and entertaining work of art.
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