Allant aux renseignements politiques ... c. 19th century

Honoré Daumier's satirical lithograph "Allant aux renseignemens Politiques chez le concierge du Général Changarnier" (c. 19th century) depicts a humorous scene where two figures, representing public opinion and order, seek political information from a concierge. Daumier, known for his social commentary, uses caricature and exaggeration to criticize the political climate of his time. The work highlights the public's dependence on authority figures for political understanding and the potential for manipulation of public opinion.