Béotisme Parisien, No. 16, ca. 1835-1837 : Répondes donc Monsieur (...) c. 1835 - 1837

This satirical print, titled "Béotisme Parisien, No. 16, ca. 1835-1837: Répondes donc Monsieur (...)" created by an anonymous artist, depicts a group of Parisians gathered around a table, likely engaged in a conversation. The scene is set in a domestic interior with paintings on the walls and a servant standing behind the group. This print, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a part of a series known as "Béotisme Parisien," which satirized the Parisian upper class and their lifestyle. The title, "Répondes donc Monsieur (...)" hints at the caricatured nature of the print, likely depicting a humorous exchange between characters. The artwork, dating back to 1835-1837, offers a glimpse into the social satire of the time and the everyday lives of Parisians.