Karikatuur van een staande dikke man 1770 - 1825

This charcoal sketch, titled "Karikatuur van een staande dikke man" (Caricature of a standing fat man), is by Dutch artist Simon Andreas Krausz (1760-1825), and dates to between 1770 and 1825. The small drawing (145 mm high x 108 mm wide) depicts a man with exaggerated features, standing with a staff, possibly in a humorous and satirical manner. Krausz, known for his portraits and caricatures, captured the essence of his subject with bold strokes and expressive lines, creating a lively and engaging image. The caricature reflects the artistic trends of the period, where humor and social commentary were often explored through art.