N'faites pas attention m'sieu ... c. 19th century

"N'faites pas attention m'sieu..." is a satirical lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a prominent French artist known for his social commentary. The image depicts a comical scene in a restaurant, where a waiter, seemingly clumsy and perhaps drunk, tries to serve a customer. Daumier's work is characteristically witty and expressive, capturing the absurdities of everyday life in 19th-century France. The lithograph's title and caption further highlight the humor, showcasing the common struggles of both the working class and patrons. This artwork is a notable example of Daumier's signature style, known as realism, where he used caricature and exaggeration to expose societal injustices.