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Monsieur veut-il des crêpes?.. 1855. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Monsieur veut-il des crêpes?.. 1855. Creator: Honore Daumier
Monsieur veut-il des crepes?.. 1855. Monsieur veut-il des crepes?...- Ca doit etre un ancient croque-mort!'. Waiter: Would Monsieur like pancakes? Diner: That looks like an ancient undertaker!'. Series: Croquis Parisiens; Periodical: Le Charivari, 9 May 1855
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or "Would Monsieur like pancakes?" is a captivating lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier, created in 1855. This intriguing piece is part of Daumier's series "Croquis Parisiens," published in the satirical weekly newspaper Le Charivari. The image showcases a waiter in a traditional French restaurant, poised and attentive, asking a diner if he would like pancakes. However, the diner's expression reveals a surprising and sarcastic response. With a furrowed brow and a quizzical look, he retorts, "Ca doit etre un ancien croque-mort!" which translates to "That looks like an ancient undertaker!" Daumier's use of play on words and satire adds depth to this humorous scene. The pun on the French term "croque-mort," which means both "undertaker" and "one who bites the dead," adds an extra layer of wit to the interaction between the waiter and diner. This black and white lithograph, titled "Monsieur veut-il des crêpes?" is a testament to the artist's ability to capture the nuances of human emotions and interactions. The grumpy diner's reaction, though seemingly annoyed, is a reminder that humor can be found in the most unexpected places. This piece is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and it continues to captivate audiences with its timeless wit and satire. The image is a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the daily life and humor of 19th-century France. Overall, "Monsieur veut-il des crêpes?" is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, satire, and the human condition. It is a reminder that even in the most mundane situations, there is always room for a little humor and surprise.
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