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Photographic Print : The Reading, c.1857. Creator: Honore Daumier

The Reading, c.1857. Creator: Honore Daumier




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The Reading, c.1857. Creator: Honore Daumier

The Reading, c.1857

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10"x8" Photo Print

Step into the past with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of Honore Daumier's timeless masterpiece, "The Reading" (c.1857). This captivating image, obtained from Heritage Images, showcases Daumier's extraordinary artistic talent as he masterfully captures the essence of deep concentration and introspection. The intricate details of the print bring the subject to life, making it an essential addition to any art collection or decorative space. Immerse yourself in the rich history of art and enjoy the beauty of this iconic piece, a testament to the enduring power of Daumier's creativity.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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Honore Daumier's captivating oil painting, "The Reading," created around 1857, presents an intimate and introspective moment in the lives of two elderly men. The scene is set indoors, in the dimly lit confines of a domestic space, where the passage of time seems to have come to a standstill. The men, both bearded and dressed in the fashion of the Nineteenth Century, are engrossed in their books, their postures reflecting a deep sense of companionship and shared understanding. Daumier, a renowned French artist and key figure of the Naturalist and Realist movements, masterfully employs the use of oil on panel to bring the scene to life. The muted colors and subtle tonalities of the painting evoke a sense of quiet contemplation and introspection, while the intricate details of the men's facial features and the textured folds of their clothing add depth and character to the composition. The men's seated posture, with one leaning over the other to better read the open book, speaks to the enduring power of literature to bring people together and transport them to other worlds. The painting's title, "The Reading," is a testament to the timeless nature of this simple yet profound human experience. This evocative work of art, a treasure of European heritage, is now housed in the esteemed Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world.

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