"The Missionaries" from The Complete Works of Béranger 1836

"The Missionaries" is a satirical lithograph created by French artist J.J. Grandville in 1836. Grandville, known for his whimsical and often biting caricatures, depicts a group of missionaries, led by a figure riding a donkey and carrying a cross. The artwork, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, reflects Grandville's signature style, employing exaggerated features and humorous symbolism to critique social and religious issues of his time. "The Missionaries" exemplifies Grandville's ability to use graphic art as a tool for social commentary, making it an important piece in the history of French caricature.