Halte!!! c. 19th century

"Halte!!!" is a satirical lithograph by Honoré Daumier, a renowned French artist known for his social commentary. The artwork depicts a man desperately attempting to halt a runaway train, symbolizing the relentless pace of industrialization and its impact on society. Daumier's use of exaggerated figures and gestural lines accentuates the absurdity of the situation, emphasizing the artist's critical view of the rapidly changing world. This lithograph, created in the 19th century, exemplifies Daumier's signature style of social realism and his talent for capturing the anxieties and absurdities of modern life.