Rifolard ouvre le bal ... c. 19th century

"Rifolard ouvre le bal..." is a lithograph from c. 19th century by French artist Honoré Daumier. This satirical artwork depicts a man in a military uniform dancing at a ball. The caricature, typical of Daumier's style, satirizes the social and political figures of the time. Daumier, known for his critical social commentary, used lithography to create powerful visual narratives, often targeting the French political elite and upper classes. The artwork showcases his ability to capture the absurdity and hypocrisies of societal norms through exaggerated figures and expressive lines.