Une petite séance a la buvette c. 19th century

"Une petite séance à la buvette" (A Small Session at the Buffet) and "Arrivée d'un représentant en colimaçon" (Arrival of a Representative in a Snail) are two lithographs by Honoré Daumier, created in the 19th century. These satirical illustrations depict a scene in a French café, likely a café frequented by politicians, where two figures, perhaps politicians themselves, enjoy a "petite séance" at the buffet. The other image depicts a man, possibly a representative, arriving in a carriage. Daumier was known for his sharp social commentary and his use of caricature to expose the hypocrisy and absurdity of power. These lithographs are a reminder of his talent for capturing the essence of social life in a quick sketch.