Dernier conseil des ex-ministres c. 19th century

"Dernier conseil des ex-ministres" (Last Council of the Ex-Ministers) is a lithograph by the renowned French artist Honoré Daumier, created in the 19th century. The artwork depicts a chaotic scene of disarray, with former ministers scrambling in a disheveled state. A woman in a long gown is seen leaving the scene, suggesting the downfall and abandonment of those in power. Daumier, known for his satirical political cartoons, used his artistic talent to expose the shortcomings and corruption of the French government. This work is a prime example of Daumier's use of caricature to express his sharp social commentary, highlighting the fragility of power and the inevitability of change.