Statesman No.091° - Caricature of Mr John Locke M.P. 1871

James Tissot's 1871 caricature, *Statesman No. 091° - Caricature of Mr John Locke M.P.*, is a humorous depiction of the politician John Locke. Known for his detailed and realistic paintings, Tissot uses exaggerated features in this work to create a comedic effect, emphasizing Locke's physical appearance in a way that would have been recognizable to the contemporary audience. This work is part of a series of satirical portraits of prominent figures published in the magazine *Vanity Fair*.