Caricature of a Tall Thin Man Carrying a Book 1885

This anonymous 1885 caricature depicts a tall, thin man in a top hat and long coat carrying a book. The exaggerated features and elongated limbs are characteristic of caricature, a form of art that uses exaggeration for humorous effect. The work is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and exemplifies the use of pen and ink during the 19th century.