S'administrant la discipline ... c. 19th century

This satirical lithograph, "S’administrant la discipline ...", created by Honoré Daumier in the 19th century, depicts a figure kneeling and holding a rope, with a devastated expression. The figure represents Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, the French Emperor, who is depicted as being responsible for the disasters of the Crimean War (evident in the background with "Sebastopol") and the Second Italian War of Independence ("Bomaprsun"). Daumier was known for his sharp political critiques, and this work, with its caption "It's my fault, it's my fault, it's my big fault!", offers a biting commentary on the Emperor's leadership failures. The simple yet impactful style of Daumier's drawing, combined with the powerful message, contributed to the artist's reputation as a master of political caricature.