Artist being comforted at the 1859 Paris Salon over the position of his work in the exhibition

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Artist being comforted at the 1859 Paris Salon over the position of his work in the exhibition

XJF404247 Artist being comforted at the 1859 Paris Salon over the position of his work in the exhibition, cartoon from Le Charivari magazine, 20 April, 1859 (litho) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 26.2 x 21.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Look where they have squeezed in my picture! - You should be happy, my dear friend. Your little pictures have been hung above Meissonier ; Jean-Louis Meissonier (1815-91) was one of the most celebrated French artists during the period of the Second Empire; Regardez donc un peu on ils ont nichemon cadre!..........
- Comment, mon cher..... vous n tes pas content....... mais vous devriez tre enchantA©, puisque vous voyez qu on place vos petits tableaux bien au dessus de ceux de Meissonier!......; ); French, out of copyright

Media ID 12875425

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Concern Exposition Salon Status Worry Le Charivari Prestige

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness a poignant moment at the 1859 Paris Salon as an artist is being comforted over the placement of his work in the exhibition. The cartoon, created by Honore Daumier and featured in Le Charivari magazine, perfectly captures the artist's distress and concern. The image showcases a group of artists gathered around their fellow colleague who appears disheartened by where his picture has been hung. With a sense of humor and satire, Daumier portrays the artist exclaiming, "Look where they have squeezed in my picture!". His frustration is met with reassurance from another artist who tries to console him by saying that he should be happy because his little pictures have been placed above those of Jean-Louis Meissonier, one of the most celebrated French artists during that era. This scene not only highlights the competitive nature of art exhibitions but also sheds light on issues surrounding prestige and status within the artistic community. It serves as a reminder that even renowned artists can experience moments of doubt and worry about how their work is perceived. Daumier's lithograph beautifully captures both humor and empathy through its satirical depiction. It invites viewers to reflect on themes such as artistic recognition, validation, and personal insecurities within creative circles. This thought-provoking artwork continues to resonate with contemporary audiences today.

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