Two Lawyers c. 1860

"Two Lawyers" is a caricature by Honoré Daumier, a prominent French artist who used his artwork to satirize social injustices and political corruption. This painting, created around 1860, showcases Daumier's distinctive style, characterized by bold strokes and expressive exaggeration. The two lawyers, with their distinctive black hats, are depicted with a sense of humor and cynicism, highlighting the artist's commentary on the legal profession. Daumier's artwork is known for its social commentary and often drew attention to the foibles of the middle class, including lawyers, who were often seen as unscrupulous and self-serving.