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Honoré Daumier

The Empire means Peace, from 'News of the day,' published in Le Charivari, October 19, 1870

October 19, 1870
Lithograph on newsprint; second state of three (Delteil)
23.1 × 18.7 cm (9.1 × 7.4 in)

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