Alex. Ch. Henri de Tocqueville 1849

This lithograph, created in 1849 by the French artist Honoré Daumier, depicts a caricature of Alexis de Tocqueville, a renowned French historian and political scientist. Daumier, famous for his satirical works, exaggerates Tocqueville's features, particularly his head size, adding a humorous element to the portrait. Daumier's use of hatching and shading creates a sense of depth and realism, despite the exaggerated proportions. This work is a fine example of Daumier's talent for capturing the essence of a person through caricature, making it a valuable piece for art historians and admirers of Daumier's work.