Karikatuur van Franse censoren 1835

"Karikatuur van Franse censoren" (1835) by Jean Ignace Isidore Gérard Grandville is a satirical lithograph depicting a group of French censors reviewing artwork. Grandville, a renowned caricaturist, uses exaggeration and humor to critique the censorship system in place during the time. The image is a stark commentary on the power of censorship and its impact on artistic freedom. The exaggerated features of the censors and their serious expressions create a humorous critique of their authority, making this a visually striking and thought-provoking piece of art.