Tout n'est pas rose dans l'agriculture ... c. 19th century

This 19th-century lithograph by Honoré Daumier, titled "Tout n'est pas rose dans l'agriculture...," satirizes the hardships of rural life. The caricature depicts a farmer, his face distorted and exaggerated, struggling to push a wheelbarrow full of manure while a woman, representing his wife, stands by, seemingly indifferent to his plight. Daumier, known for his social commentary, skillfully uses his signature style of caricature and sharp detail to highlight the drudgery and unfairness inherent in agricultural labor, a stark contrast to the idealized view of country life often portrayed in art. This work exemplifies Daumier's commitment to exposing societal injustices and his mastery of visual satire.