Malbroug Goes off to War c. 19th century

Editor: Here we have Daumier's lithograph, "Malbroug Goes off to War." It's definitely got a satirical bite. He looks so burdened by his own importance. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Ah, Daumier! He's skewering the pomposity of military figures, isn't he? Look at the exaggerated features, the heavy-laden uniform... It's like he's saying, "War is serious, but some who wage it are ridiculous." Does that resonate with you? Editor: Absolutely! The absurdity is palpable. I guess I was focusing too much on the visual. Curator: Daumier uses caricature to expose deeper truths. It's a lesson in seeing beyond the surface, wouldn't you agree? Editor: Definitely. I'll never look at a general the same way again!