Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: His Majesty the King of beasts

Look closely at Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: His Majesty the King of beasts. Loose black lines form two men, possibly vagrants, in baggy, layered clothing.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

Which detail would have made someone stop and look at this print? The Art Institute dates Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: His Majesty the King of beasts to 1852.

SERENDIPITYA little unexpected

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A CLOSER LOOK

Paul Gavarni French, 1804-1866 made this print. The museum dates it 1852.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoLes Propos de Thomas Vireloque: His Majesty the King of beasts

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