Le jeudi c. 19th century

"Le jeudi," a lithograph by Honoré Daumier from the 19th century, humorously depicts a family's reaction to the high price of admission to an art exhibition. The man, wearing a top hat, is seen turning away from the ticket booth with a shocked expression. He is accompanied by his wife and child. Daumier's satirical style, characteristic of his social commentary, uses caricature to highlight the financial barriers faced by ordinary people. The piece is a testament to Daumier's acute observation of Parisian life and his skill in capturing social anxieties.