“You know, Monsieur Beaufumé, actually you have kept damned well considering your age. This costume suits you perfectly.... just too bad that it does not look good on everybody,” plate 36 from Croquis D'été 1858

This lithograph, plate 36 from “Croquis d’été” by Honoré Daumier, is a satirical portrayal of men at a public bath. Daumier, known for his social commentary, uses humor to highlight the vanity and absurdity of human behavior. The image depicts an older man in a bathrobe, seated beside a younger, more muscular man. Their poses and expressions reveal the artist’s sharp wit, questioning the societal norms of masculinity and aging. The caption, a playful exchange between the two, further emphasizes the theme of satire and social critique that defined much of Daumier's work.