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Le bon temps est passé... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Le bon temps est passé... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le bon temps est passe... 19th century. Parisians. Group of men looking at turnstile outside the stock exchange: The good times are over...nowadays, to get rich on the stock market, you have to start with at least 20 sous
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("The Good Times are Over") is a poignant and satirical lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier, created in the 19th century. The image captures a group of Parisian men, dressed in fashionable attire of the era, gathered outside the stock exchange, gazing at a turnstile with dismay. The turnstile, serving as the entrance to the stock exchange, symbolizes the barrier to entry for those seeking to make their fortunes on the stock market. Daumier's masterful use of caricature and satire is evident in the exaggerated expressions and body language of the men. Their somber expressions and downcast gazes convey a sense of disappointment and despair, as if to suggest that the good times have passed, and nowadays, one needs a significant sum of money just to get started in the stock market. The men's clothing, from their top hats and tailcoats to their waistcoats and trousers, is meticulously rendered in black and white, adding to the overall sense of timelessness and historical authenticity. The lithograph is a testament to Daumier's keen observational skills and his ability to capture the essence of human emotion and experience. This print, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., is a reminder of the past, and the enduring power of art to reflect and comment on the social and economic realities of its time. The humorous yet thought-provoking image continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into the world of 19th-century Parisian finance and the challenges faced by those seeking to make their mark in the stock market.
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