Karikatuur van een dame op een weegschaal 1843

"Karikatuur van een dame op een weegschaal" is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier created in 1843. The artwork satirizes the societal obsession with appearance and weight, with the central figure, a woman, being weighed on a scale. Daumier's work is known for its sharp social commentary and often caricatured figures, which serve to highlight the absurdity of human behavior. The lithograph's use of stark contrasts and exaggerated proportions emphasizes the theme of weight and size, inviting viewers to reflect on their own perceptions of beauty and societal standards. The artwork is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.