The Turnstile. A new machine invented by the enemy of crinoline petticoats, plate 15 from L'exposition Universelle 1855

“The Turnstile. A new machine invented by the enemy of crinoline petticoats,” a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, is a satirical commentary on the fashion trends of 19th-century Paris. The print, part of the series *L’Exposition Universelle,* depicts a woman struggling to pass through a turnstile while wearing a voluminous crinoline dress. Daumier’s caricature highlights the absurdity of the fashion, suggesting it was impractical and inconvenient. This work exemplifies Daumier’s keen social observation and his talent for capturing the foibles of contemporary life.