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Series Actualites, Parisians waiting for the arrival of the famous comet
XIR154682 Series Actualites, Parisians waiting for the arrival of the famous comet, plate 370, illustration from Le Charivari, 25th February 1857 (litho) (b/w photo) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 20.3x25.7 cm; Marcel Lecomte Collection, Paris, France; (add.info.: Serie News of the Day ; comet Charles-Quint predicted for 13th June 1857; expected to hit the earth; prophecy of the ending of the world; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22606898
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Everyday Life Expectant Eyes Raised Hopeful Maison Martinet Muff Searching Second Empire Star Gazing Stars Top Hat Umbrella Starry Night
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This photo print, titled "Series Actualites, Parisians waiting for the arrival of the famous comet" takes us back to a moment in history when anticipation filled the air. Created by Honore Daumier in 1857, this lithograph captures a scene from Le Charivari that depicts Parisians eagerly awaiting the arrival of the renowned comet Charles-Quint. In this illustration, we see a diverse group of individuals gathered together under a starry night sky. Their eyes are raised towards the heavens with hopeful expressions on their faces. The artist skillfully portrays their excitement and expectation through detailed caricatures and satirical elements. The composition showcases various elements of everyday life during the Second Empire period in France. Men donning top hats stand alongside women holding umbrellas and muff accessories. This mix of characters adds depth to the scene as they come together in search of something extraordinary. As we delve into this image further, it becomes clear that there is an underlying sense of irony present. While these Parisians anxiously await what they believe could be an apocalyptic event, there is an anti-climax looming overhead - as if nature itself has played a trick on them. Daumier's work not only highlights human fascination with astronomy but also serves as social commentary on society's tendency to seek out grandiose events while overlooking more mundane realities. This thought-provoking piece invites viewers to reflect upon our own expectations and how easily they can lead us astray. Displayed within
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