The quacksalver 1859

"The Quacksalver" is an etching by Léopold Flameng, created in 1859. The print depicts a man in a fur-trimmed coat and hat, holding a bag and a stick. His exaggerated features and posture convey a sense of theatricality, suggesting that he is a charlatan or peddler of dubious remedies. Flameng, known for his detailed and expressive etchings, captures the figure with remarkable realism, highlighting the subtle details of his clothing and the play of light and shadow on his face. The etching likely reflects a common social type in 19th-century France, with the "Quacksalver" representing the dangers of quackery and the allure of unconventional medicine.