Exotisch uitgedoste kwakzalver in een menigte 1870

"Exotisch uitgedoste kwakzalver in een menigte" (Exotic Dressed Quack in a Crowd), an 1870 etching by Léopold Flameng, depicts a lively street scene. A flamboyant figure, likely a quack doctor, stands before a crowd, adorned with feathers and jewelry, while the onlookers watch with a mixture of curiosity and skepticism. Flameng's detailed etching captures the bustling atmosphere of the scene, highlighting the contrasts between the flamboyant figure and the ordinary people surrounding him. The work is an example of social commentary, using visual satire to explore the themes of deception, public spectacle, and the human desire for entertainment. This piece showcases Flameng's masterful use of line and detail, a hallmark of his work that contributed to his reputation as a skilled draftsman.