Pauvre vieux! T'es comme moi ... c. 19th century

"Pauvre vieux! T'es comme moi..." is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier created in the 19th century. Daumier, renowned for his satirical social commentary, depicts an elderly man, likely a veteran, leaning on a cannon and using crutches. The caption, "Poor old man, you're like me, it bothers me that I can't say my word anymore," suggests a critique of the silencing of older generations or those unable to speak their minds. The artwork's stark composition and realistic portrayal are characteristic of Daumier's style, known for its incisive social commentary.