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Il me semble que nous allons dérailler.. 1857. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Il me semble que nous allons dérailler.. 1857. Creator: Honore Daumier
Il me semble que nous allons derailler.. 1857. Il me semble que nous allons derailler!... - Vous avez peur en chemin de fer?... moi pas...ma vie est assuree pour cent mille francs.. je ne serais meme pas fache qu'il nous arrivat un accident pour pouvoir me faire payer une indemnite par ma compagnie...'. First passenger: I think the train is going to derail!... Second passenger: Are you afraid on the railway?... I'm not...my life is insured for a hundred thousand francs...I wouldn't even be angry if we had an accident so that my company could pay me compensation...'.
Series: Chemins de fer, no. 1; Periodical: Le Charivari, 19 December 1857
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or "It seems to me that we are going to derail," is a hand-colored lithograph created by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier in 1857. This satirical work is part of Daumier's series "Chemins de fer," published in the French satirical weekly magazine Le Charivari. The image depicts two passengers in a railway carriage, each dressed in fashionable clothing of the 19th century. The first passenger, a man wearing a top hat and holding a cane, is gesturing anxiously towards the tracks, expressing his fear that the train is about to derail. The second passenger, a woman wearing an elaborate dress and a bonnet, remains calm and collected, dismissing the man's concerns. She confidently asserts that her life is insured for a hundred thousand francs and that she would not even be angry if an accident occurred, as she would receive compensation from the company. The title of the work reflects the passengers' contrasting attitudes towards the imminent danger. The man's fear is palpable, while the woman's nonchalant response highlights the absurdity of their situation. The use of color and hand-tinting adds depth and texture to the image, making it a visually striking commentary on the anxieties and absurdities of life in the 19th century. This work is a prime example of Daumier's satirical style, which often poked fun at the social and political issues of the day. The image is a reminder of the human capacity for both fear and complacency, even in the face of potential danger. Today, it is part of the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and is a beloved piece of heritage art that continues to captivate and amuse audiences.
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