Guiz.... 1833

"Guiz..." is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, created in 1833. The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of a man with a large nose, rendered in a caricatured style typical of Daumier’s satirical work. Daumier often used caricature to critique political and social issues, making this piece a notable example of his sharp wit and social commentary. The lithograph’s subject, “Guiz…” is a political figure, likely meant to be François Guizot, a French politician and historian. Daumier was known for his critiques of the French government, making this lithograph a satirical commentary on the political climate of the time.