Mon dieu, mon dieu ... pourvu ... c. 19th century

"Mon Dieu, mon Dieu ... pourvu ..." is a satirical lithograph by Honoré Daumier from the 19th century. The artwork depicts a man clinging to a tree as a wild boar runs towards him. The man's facial expression and the caption "Mon Dieu, mon Dieu ... pourvu qu'il ne déracine pas l'arbre !" (My God, my God... please don't uproot the tree!) highlight the absurdity of the situation and likely criticizes the dangers of hunting. Daumier was known for his social commentary through his artwork, often focusing on political and societal issues. The lithograph's simple yet expressive style is characteristic of Daumier's work and emphasizes the humor and irony of the scene.