This is a drawing depicting a figure labeled "FRANCE" being prodded with a rifle by a soldier wearing a spiked helmet. The figure is approaching a ballot box labeled "URNE ELECTORALE." The posture of "France" suggests resignation or despair. The soldier appears aggressive and intimidating. The drawing style is satirical and exaggerated, indicative of a skilled caricature artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1870
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 3332 × 4357 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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