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Je veux laisser un monument impérissable... 1854. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Je veux laisser un monument impérissable... 1854. Creator: Honore Daumier
Je veux laisser un monument imperissable... 1854. Je veux laisser un monument imperissable de notre visite a cette falaise...j'ajouterai aussi votre nom, Adelaide, le respect que je professe pour le beau sexe m'en fait un devoir'. Monsieur Prudhomme: I want to leave a permanent monument of our visit to this cliff...I will also add your name, Adelaide, the respect that I profess for the fairer sex makes it a duty for me'. Monsieur Prudhomme was a character invented by Henri Monnier to symbolise bourgeois complacency and self-satisfaction. From Les Bons bourgeois, no. 2
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Je veux laisser un monument impérissable... 1854
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(I want to leave a permanent monument... 1854) is a captivating hand-colored lithograph created by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier. This masterpiece, part of the rich heritage of 19th-century art, depicts a humorous scene involving a character named Monsieur Prudhomme and his wife, Adelaide, at the seaside. Monsieur Prudhomme, an inventional character symbolizing bourgeois complacency and self-satisfaction, is shown carving his and his wife's names onto a cliffside, declaring his intention to leave a permanent monument of their visit. The playful scene is taken from Daumier's series "Les Bons bourgeois," which satirically portrays the daily life and societal norms of the middle class. The lithograph, hand-tinted and hand-carved, showcases the artistic skill and creativity of Daumier. The couple, dressed in fashionable attire, stands on the rocky shore, with the vast blue sea and towering cliffs serving as a picturesque backdrop. The image is filled with a sense of humor and the concept of leaving a lasting legacy, highlighting the importance of memories and experiences in life. This work of art, now held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistic vision and satirical wit of Honore Daumier. The image invites viewers to reflect on the significance of personal connections, the passage of time, and the desire to leave a lasting impact on the world.
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