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Sur l'Imperiale, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Sur l'Imperiale, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Sur l'Imperiale, 19th century. Voir a ses pieds grouiller la fourmilliere humaine'. Haughty passengers looking down on pedestrians
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Sur l'Imperiale" by Honore Daumier, a captivating 19th century lithograph, offers a humorous commentary on the stark contrast between the haughty passengers of a stagecoach and the bustling crowd of pedestrians below. This masterpiece, titled "Voir à ses pieds grouiller la fourmillière humaine" (To see at their feet the human ant-hill swarm), showcases Daumier's exceptional ability to capture the essence of human nature through satire and parody. The image is set in France during the 19th century, with the passengers of the stagecoach, dressed in fashionable attire, looking down upon the crowd below with an air of superiority. The coachman, clad in his traditional uniform, sits atop the vehicle, directing the horses with a confident and authoritative demeanor. The passengers, donning top hats and elegant clothing, are oblivious to the commotion below, where people of all walks of life scurry about, creating a lively and chaotic scene. Daumier's use of black and white in this lithograph adds to the overall mood and tone, emphasizing the contrast between the refined world of the passengers and the chaotic world of the pedestrians. The stagecoach, a symbol of transportation and progress, serves as a dividing line between the two worlds, highlighting the pomposity and pompousness of the passengers as they overlook the humanity that surrounds them. This work of art, created by Honore Daumier, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the 19th century and continues to be a source of amusement and reflection for art enthusiasts and historians alike. The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. is fortunate to have this masterpiece in its collection, allowing visitors to appreciate the wit and wisdom of Daumier's satirical commentary on human nature.
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