Man brengt planten mee voor zijn vrouw 1846
honoredaumier
rijksmuseum
drawing, lithograph, pen
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portrait
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drawing
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water colours
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narrative-art
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lithograph
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caricature
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coloured pencil
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romanticism
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pen
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cityscape
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genre-painting
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realism
"Man brings plants for his wife" is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, created in 1846. The artwork depicts a man carrying potted plants home to his wife, showcasing the satirical wit of Daumier, known for his social commentary. The lithograph was part of a series called "Les Bons Bourgeois," highlighting the mundane lives of the French middle class. The man's awkward posture and the exaggerated size of the plants add a humorous element to the scene, making this piece both satirical and relatable. The use of lithograph allowed for wide distribution, contributing to Daumier's popularity as a social commentator and artist.
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