Passers By
- Artist
- Honore Daumier
- Date
- c.1858 - c.1860
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
"Passers By" is a compelling example of genre painting created with canvas and executed in oil paints. The artist captures everyday life with a strong sense of Realism, depicting ordinary people immersed in their routines. The detailed portrayal of figures and environment reflects the artist’s commitment to authentic representation, emphasizing the mundane yet poignant moments of daily existence. The work’s composition and execution exemplify the skill and attention to detail characteristic of realistic scenes, inviting viewers to contemplate the quiet significance of ordinary passersby.
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