Honoré Daumier 240 lithographs 1946 folio

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This book is a richly curated folio showcasing the satirical genius of one of France’s most influential 19th-century artists, H. Daumier (1808–1879). It offers a window into the mi nd of a visionary who dared to draw truth in an age of censorship. Published in London by Nicholson & Watson, this first-edition volume gathers 240 of Daumier’s most powerful lithographs, selected by Swiss art historian Wilhelm Wartmann and translated into English by Harry C. Schnur. The collection spans Daumier’s biting political commentary and tender social observations, capturing the spirit of 19th-century France with wit, empathy, and technical brilliance. dimensions: 12" x 15.5" Show more