Standing Figure of a Man with a Staff 1825 - 1879

This is a pencil drawing by Honoré Daumier, a prominent French artist known for his caricatures and social commentary. Titled "Standing Figure of a Man with a Staff", the artwork depicts a solitary figure, rendered in a loose and expressive style. Daumier's signature energetic lines and hatching create a sense of movement and depth, capturing the essence of the subject's posture. The sketch-like quality of the drawing suggests a fleeting observation, characteristic of Daumier's approach to capturing everyday life.