Allons! ... On n'a pas encore rendu compte de mon roman ... c. 19th century

This lithograph, *Allons! ... On n'a pas encore rendu compte de mon roman ...*, created by Honoré Daumier in the 19th century, is a satirical take on the Parisian literary scene. The image depicts a group of men gathered around a table in a dimly lit room. One of them, a woman, wears a veil and holds a pen as she reads from a book. Daumier's caricature of the woman, often considered an author, is exaggerated and humorous, potentially mocking the perceived pretentiousness of some writers. This artwork highlights Daumier's talent for social commentary and his use of caricature to expose the absurdity of societal norms, making it a notable piece of 19th-century French realism.