Un coléoptère chinois c. 19th century

"Un Coléoptère Chinois" (c. 19th century) is a lithograph by the French artist Honoré Daumier, known for his satirical caricatures. The print features a humorous depiction of a Chinese man in traditional clothing, walking away from a figure peering out a window. The caption describes him as a "functionary, ordinarily old, but very disagreeable." Daumier's work often criticized social and political issues, reflecting the concerns of 19th-century French society. This lithograph exemplifies his satirical style, poking fun at perceived foreign customs and societal types.