"You have lost your case, it's true..." 1848

Curator: Editor: This print, "You have lost your case, it's true..." by Honoré Daumier, really stands out because of its stark contrast and social commentary. What's your interpretation of this work? Curator: The lithographic process Daumier employed allowed for mass production, democratizing art and social critique. Consider how the material – the print itself – facilitates the dissemination of his commentary on the justice system. The exaggerated robes and facial expressions, achieved through lithography, highlight a system ripe for satire and readily consumed by the public. What does this widespread distribution say about the social climate of the time? Editor: That’s fascinating! I never considered the role of the medium in spreading social commentary like that. Thanks for pointing that out.