An Activist, from Les Femmes Socialistes 1849

"An Activist, from Les Femmes Socialistes" is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier from 1849. This piece is part of a larger series, Les Femmes Socialistes, that satirizes the political climate of 19th century France. The drawing depicts a woman, likely a socialist, walking with purpose away from a seated figure in a simple gesture of independence. Daumier's iconic style with its bold lines and heavy shadows captures the spirit of the time, reflecting the social and political turmoil of the period. The work, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, provides a glimpse into the struggles and aspirations of women in 19th-century France.