Daumier

The Royal Academy in London hosts a compelling Daumier exhibition featuring small, subdued-color works that primarily depict everyday scenes, including street life, legal settings, and artists' studios, as well as illustrations for "Don Quixote." The curated collection highlights Daumier's focus on genre subjects common in northern European painting, emphasizing his independence in selecting themes that align with established tastes. Overall, the exhibit offers an intimate glimpse into the artist's diverse yet focused body of work.