Le Charbonnier aime être (est maitre)... 1843

"Le Charbonnier aime être (est maitre)..." is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier created in 1843. The image depicts two men, one standing at a bar, drinking from a glass, while the other stands opposite, holding a glass of his own, in a social scene that reflects the artist's interest in portraying everyday life, especially of working-class individuals. Daumier, a French artist known for his satirical and social commentary through his art, often used lithography to create prints that he could disseminate widely, bringing his social commentary to the public eye.