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Grand Gueux va! je voudrais t'y voir, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Grand Gueux va! je voudrais t'y voir, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Grand Gueux va! je voudrais t'y voir, 19th century.
Conjugal morals - grand beggars
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Grand Gueux va! je voudrais t'y voir
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(Grand Beggars, I'd Like to See Them) is a poignant and humorous lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier, created in the 19th century. This work of art, now held in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., offers a glimpse into the societal norms and values of the time, particularly concerning conjugal morals and the plight of beggars. The image depicts a crowded billiard hall, filled with men engrossed in their game, oblivious to the beggars who plead for alms at their feet. In the foreground, a woman, seemingly distressed, holds her infant child and looks longingly at the billiard table, as if yearning for the life of ease and luxury that the men seem to enjoy. Two beggars, a man and a woman, sit on the floor, their disheveled appearance and desperate expressions a stark contrast to the well-dressed, affluent patrons. Daumier's masterful use of monochrome, specifically the contrast between the grey, drab colors of the beggars and the rich, dark tones of the billiard hall, emphasizes the stark divide between the haves and the have-nots. The artist's keen observation and satirical wit are evident in the lettering above the billiard table, which reads "Grand Gueux va! je voudrais t'y voir," a phrase that translates to "Big Beggars, I'd Like to See Them." The irony of the statement, spoken by the wealthy patrons, adds a layer of humor and commentary on the societal norms of the time. This work of art, a testament to the artistic and cultural heritage of France, continues to resonate with viewers today, offering insights into the past while raising thought-provoking questions about societal inequality and the human condition.
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