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Femme de lettre humanitaire se livrant sur l'homme... 1844. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Femme de lettre humanitaire se livrant sur l'homme... 1844. Creator: Honore Daumier
Femme de lettre humanitaire se livrant sur l'homme... 1844. Femme de lettre humanitaire se livrant sur l'homme, a des reflexions cranement philosophiques!'. A woman of humanitarian letters devoting herself to proudly philosophical reflections on man! Satirical criticism of bluestockings': women with interests beyond housework and childcare. Female authors were often depicted as mannish and ugly - the implication being that their intellectual output was just as objectionable as their looks. From Les Bas-bleus, no. 15
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is a thought-provoking lithograph created by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier. The image depicts a woman of letters, or a woman with intellectual pursuits, engrossed in deep philosophical reflection. She sits in a dimly lit room, surrounded by candles and a candleholder, lost in her thoughts as she gazes intently at a skull. The title of the work, "A woman of humanitarian letters devoting herself to proudly philosophical reflections on man!", highlights the woman's intellectual curiosity and her contemplation of the human condition. This satirical print is a commentary on the societal perception of women with interests beyond housework and childcare during the 19th century. Female authors were often depicted as mannish and ugly, with the implication being that their intellectual output was just as objectionable as their looks. The use of the skull as a symbol of mortality and the passage of time adds to the philosophical tone of the work, further emphasizing the woman's intellectual prowess and her contemplation of the bigger picture. Daumier's "Femme de lettre humanitaire se livrant sur l'homme... 1844" is a fascinating glimpse into the societal attitudes towards women and their intellectual pursuits during the 19th century. The use of satire and parody in the work highlights the misogynistic and sexist attitudes of the time, while also celebrating the intellectual achievements of women. Today, this important work is a valuable addition to the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and a testament to Daumier's artistic vision and social commentary.
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