Soyez donc poli... i... 1839

"Soyez donc poli..." is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a renowned French artist known for his satirical caricatures. Created in 1839, it portrays two figures engaged in a humorous exchange, with the taller figure's exaggerated features and posture suggesting a comical social interaction. Daumier's work, often critical of the political and social landscape of his time, utilized lithography to disseminate his biting observations to a wider audience. This piece exemplifies his signature style of caricature, characterized by bold lines and expressive exaggeration.