Eh! Ben et mon verre ... si je n'ai pas ... c. 19th century

"Eh! Ben et mon verre ... si je n'ai pas ...", a lithograph by Honoré Daumier from the 19th century, depicts a scene of social commentary. A man in a top hat leans over a table, while a woman, seated at the table, gestures to a young child with outstretched hand. Daumier's satirical style is evident in the exaggerated features of the figures, their postures, and the text that accompanies the image, highlighting social injustices and human behavior. The artwork offers a glimpse into 19th-century French society, where social class, morality, and child rearing were prominent themes, captured through Daumier's sharp wit and masterful use of caricature.