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Poster Print : J'ai vu trancher les jours de ma famille... 1852. Creator: Honore Daumier
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J'ai vu trancher les jours de ma famille... 1852. Creator: Honore Daumier
J'ai vu trancher les jours de ma famille... 1852. J'ai vu trancher les jours de ma famille entiere. Et j'ai vu mon epoux trainer sur la poussiere!'.(Andromaque). I have seen the days [lives] of my entire family cut short. And I saw my husband lying in the dust!'. (Andromache). From periodical: Le Charivari, 20 July 1852
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the poignant depth of Honore Daumier's masterpiece, 'J'ai vu trancher les jours de ma famille...' (1852), now available as a stunning poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative work, featuring the heartfelt quote 'Andromaque' (I have seen my entire family perish, and I have seen my husband stumble in the dust), showcases Daumier's exceptional talent for capturing the human condition. Bring this timeless piece of art into your home or office and let its powerful imagery inspire and captivate you.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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J'ai vu trancher les jours de ma famille...
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(I have seen the days of my family cut short), a poignant lithograph by Honore Daumier, published in the French satirical weekly magazine Le Charivari on July 20, 1852, captures the sorrow and despair of Andromache, a character from Greek mythology, as she mourns the loss of her loved ones. The image portrays Andromache, depicted as a distraught woman in traditional mourning attire, standing on a balcony overlooking a rural landscape. In the foreground, a dog lies in prayer, its paw raised in supplication, while in the background, a group of men, some with their heads bowed in prayer, look on as a man, presumably her husband, lies lifeless in the dust. The architectural feature of the balcony serves as a visual anchor, framing the scene and emphasizing the sense of isolation and detachment that comes with grief. The use of black and white (bw) lithography adds to the somber mood, further emphasizing the stark reality of death and loss. Daumier's masterful use of satire and parody is evident in the exaggerated expressions and body language of the figures, adding a layer of humor to the otherwise somber scene. The inclusion of the dog in prayer adds an unexpected element of whimsy and further underscores the absurdity of life's fragility. This powerful and thought-provoking work of art is a testament to the enduring themes of loss, grief, and the human condition, and continues to resonate with audiences today. The print is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it serves as a reminder of the artistic heritage and cultural significance of 19th century French art.
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