A Plucked Pierrot, plate 9 from Tout Ce Qu'on Voudra 1847

"A Plucked Pierrot" is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, created in 1847 as part of the series "Tout Ce Qu'on Voudra." This satirical artwork depicts a dejected Pierrot, a stock character in French comedy, being handed a paper by a man. Daumier's signature style of caricature and social commentary is evident, offering a glimpse into the social and cultural context of 19th-century France. The lithograph, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Daumier's mastery of lithographic technique and his ability to capture the essence of human nature through witty and poignant imagery.