Consultations non gratuites 1868

"Consultations non Gratuites," created in 1868 by Honoré Daumier, is a satirical lithograph that lampoons the French medical profession. The print depicts a line of patients, dressed in their finest attire, waiting to see three doctors, each representing a different type of practitioner. The title, which translates to "Free Consultations," ironically suggests the high cost of healthcare during Daumier's time. The use of caricature and social commentary are hallmarks of Daumier's work, highlighting the artist's talent for capturing the absurdity of daily life.