Dinner 1939

Caroline Wogan Durieux's 1939 lithograph "Dinner" is a humorous depiction of a formal dinner party. The scene features a group of elegantly dressed individuals seated around a table, while a fantastical centerpiece composed of interweaving stems and bowls of fruit dominates the space above them. This whimsical element satirizes the exaggerated formality and lavishness often associated with high society. The artist's use of precise lines and subtle shading creates a sense of both realism and caricature, capturing the humor and absurdity of the scene.