The Poster Man, plate 17 from Bohémiens de Paris 1842

"The Poster Man" (1842) is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier from his series "Bohemians of Paris." This satirical print portrays a man in a top hat meticulously posting a bill, likely for an event or performance. Daumier's characteristically exaggerated style, utilizing caricature and social commentary, exposes the plight of impoverished individuals struggling to make a living in 19th-century Paris. This piece is a testament to Daumier's mastery of social realism, capturing the essence of Parisian life and exposing the injustices faced by its marginalized citizens.