Vrouw op een bank denkt na met dolk boven haar hoofd 1844

This lithograph by Honoré Daumier, titled "Vrouw op een bank denkt na met dolk boven haar hoofd", is a poignant depiction of a woman in distress. Daumier, a master of social commentary, uses the figure's forlorn pose and the ominous dagger hanging above her to depict the weight of despair and the threat of violence. The artwork, part of his series "Les Bas Bleus," is a testament to Daumier's keen observation of social realities and his powerful use of lithography as a tool for social critique. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering art enthusiasts a glimpse into 19th-century societal struggles.