The Belgian Curate: I have served under the great man! 1832 - 1833

"The Belgian Curate: I have served under the great man!" is a lithograph by Auguste Raffet, created in 1832-33. The artwork depicts a group of people gathered around a table in an inn. This scene is likely set in Belgium, highlighting the social interactions and camaraderie among the depicted characters. Raffet was known for his satirical and sometimes politically charged depictions of everyday life, making this work a prime example of his artistic style, which incorporated both realism and caricature. This particular work can be found in The Art Institute of Chicago.