Malheureux enfant! ... Ca t'appendra a faire ... c. 19th century

This lithograph, “Malheureux enfant! ... Ca t’appendra a faire ...,” (c. 19th century) by Honoré Daumier, depicts a satirical scene of a young boy being punished for his actions by being forced to stand in water surrounded by ducks. Daumier was a prolific artist known for his social commentary on the injustices of the 19th century. This piece highlights his use of humor to expose the harsh realities of life, specifically the consequences of misbehavior.