L'arbre de la liberté c. 19th century

"L'arbre de la liberté" (The Tree of Liberty) is a satirical lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a renowned French artist known for his social commentary. Created in the 19th century, the artwork depicts a man falling over a tree trunk labeled "The Tree of Liberty" on the 24th of February. Daumier's signature style of exaggerated features and social commentary is apparent in the artwork, with the man’s wide eyes and outstretched arm suggesting despair and a sense of betrayal. This lithograph, a commentary on the political climate of the time, is a significant example of Daumier's commitment to using art as a tool for social and political critique.