Posant en membre du comice d'agriculture ... c. 19th century

"Posant en membre du comice d'Agriculture de son département" is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a prominent French artist known for his satirical and poignant social commentary. Created in the 19th century, this artwork exemplifies Daumier's keen eye for capturing the absurdities of human nature. The print humorously depicts a man posing for a photograph while holding a shovel and watering can, perhaps intending to portray himself as a dedicated agriculturalist, which is clearly not the case. Daumier's distinct style, characterized by bold lines and expressive figures, is evident in the caricatured portrayal, highlighting the subject's pomposity and the comedic juxtaposition of agricultural tools with the act of posing for a portrait. This lithograph is a testament to Daumier's sharp wit and his ability to expose the pretense and hypocrisy of bourgeois society through his artistic lens.