Caricature of Charles-Henri Plantade c. 19th century

This caricature of Charles-Henri Plantade, a French composer, was created by Horace Vernet, a prominent French painter and draftsman, around the 19th century. The drawing uses a light brown wash to emphasize the exaggerated features of Plantade's face, particularly his large nose, creating a humorous and playful depiction. Vernet's signature is visible at the bottom right corner of the artwork. The artwork exemplifies the artist's talent for capturing personality through caricature, making it a fascinating glimpse into the life of the artist and his subject.