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La Mère des Gracques, 1842. Creator: Honore Daumier
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La Mère des Gracques, 1842. Creator: Honore Daumier
La Mere des Gracques, 1842. The Mother of the Gracchi. Un jour qu'une Lorette avec effronterie Lui vantait des joyaux qui valaient quelques sous, En montrant ses deux fils, l'espoir de la patrie, Cette Romaine dit...'Voila mes seuls bijoux!! (Plutarque). One day when a Lorette brazenly showed off jewels worth a few sous, Showing her two sons, the hope of the homeland, This Roman woman said: Here are the only jewels I have!!'. (Plutarch). From L'Histoire ancienne
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La Mère des Gracques," or "The Mother of the Gracchi," is a poignant and humorous lithograph created by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier in 1842. This image depicts a Roman woman, dressed in traditional ancient apparel, proudly displaying her two young sons to a brazen peddler, Lorette. The peddler, attempting to sell her worthless jewels, is met with the woman's defiant response: "Here are the only jewels I have!" The scene is inspired by a passage from Plutarch's "Lives," where the mother of the Gracchi brothers, Tiberius and Gaius Sempronius Gracchus, expresses her pride and devotion to her sons, who would go on to become influential figures in ancient Rome. Daumier masterfully captures the essence of motherhood and the deep love and pride a mother feels for her children. The black and white lithograph, titled "Un jour qu'une Lorette," showcases the artist's exceptional skill in conveying emotion through simple yet powerful imagery. The clothing and accessories of the characters are meticulously detailed, transporting the viewer back to ancient Rome. The use of humor and wit adds depth to the artwork, making it both a historical and entertaining piece. "La Mère des Gracques" is a valuable addition to any art collection, offering a glimpse into the past while showcasing the timeless beauty and emotion of motherhood. This lithograph is a testament to Honore Daumier's artistic genius and his ability to capture the human experience in a single image.
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