Recherche infructueuse de la planète Leverrier 1846

"Recherche infructueuse de la planète Leverrier" (1846) by Honoré Daumier is a satirical lithograph that depicts a bourgeois couple searching for the newly discovered planet Neptune, also known as Leverrier's Planet. The couple's clueless search highlights Daumier's critique of the middle class's fascination with scientific advancements, often without true understanding. Daumier, a master of caricature, portrays the couple in exaggerated forms, emphasizing their lack of scientific knowledge and their eagerness to participate in the latest intellectual trends. This work exemplifies Daumier's talent for social commentary through humorous and relatable scenarios.