[Photo Collage: Man Wearing Cross Body Satchel] 1870 - 1880

This photo collage, created by Uruguayan artist Juan Pedro Chabalgoity between 1870 and 1880, features a whimsical depiction of a man wearing a cross-body satchel. The figure, constructed from cut-and-pasted images, stands against a simple orange background. The oversized head and exaggerated posture contribute to the work's playful and humorous tone, a common characteristic of Chabalgoity's artistic style. The piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artist's innovative use of collage and his keen observation of everyday life.