Courses nautiques de 1856 c. 19th century

"Courses Nautiques de 1856" is a satirical lithograph by Honoré Daumier, renowned for his social commentary. The artwork depicts a raucous crowd watching a nautical race in the rain. Daumier's signature use of caricature exaggerates the features of the onlookers, highlighting their amusement and perhaps the absurdity of the event. This work captures Daumier's keen eye for the everyday, offering a humorous glimpse into 19th-century French society and its fascination with sport.