Voyons, voyons ... pas tant d'empressement ... c. 19th century

"Voyons, voyons ... pas tant d'empressement ...," created c. 19th century by Honoré Daumier, is a lithograph that captures the chaotic energy of Parisian street life. The scene depicts a group of passengers clamoring to board an omnibus, their exaggerated features and postures highlighting the absurdity of their situation. The work is a satirical commentary on the social anxieties and overcrowding of urban life, characteristic of Daumier's social realism. His signature use of caricature and strong contrasts further emphasizes the comedic nature of the subject matter.