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Je voudrais pouvoir me faire promener comme ça dans les rues de Brest... 1859. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Je voudrais pouvoir me faire promener comme ça dans les rues de Brest... 1859. Creator: Honore Daumier
Je voudrais pouvoir me faire promener comme ca dans les rues de Brest, on m'prendrait pour un mandarin!... 1859. I wish I could get myself paraded around like that in the streets of Brest, people would take me for a mandarin!'. From En Chine, plate 7
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Je voudrais pouvoir me faire promener comme ça dans les rues de Brest..., 1859
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is a captivating lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier. This striking image, titled "I wish I could get myself paraded around like that in the streets of Brest, people would take me for a mandarin!... (From China, plate 7)", showcases the artist's exceptional talent for caricature and satire. Daumier masterfully employs a monochromatic palette, with intricate lines and shading to create an evocative scene. The central figure, depicted as a European man, is shown being carried on the back of two porters, as if in a palanquin, a traditional Chinese carrying chair. The man's extravagant attire, complete with a wide-brimmed hat and ornate robes, is reminiscent of the clothing worn by Mandarins, high-ranking Chinese officials. The title of the work, "Je voudrais pouvoir me faire promener comme ça dans les rues de Brest", reveals the man's desire to be the center of attention, to be paraded through the streets of Brest as if he were a Mandarin. The irony lies in the fact that this European man, in attempting to mimic the exotic and luxurious lifestyle of the Chinese elite, is instead drawing unwanted attention to himself. This lithograph, created in 1859, is a testament to Daumier's keen observational skills and his ability to poke fun at societal norms and human vanity. It is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of European and Asian cultures during the 19th century. Today, it remains an important work in the history of art, showcased in prestigious museums such as the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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