Regrets Superflus!

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two men observing a jar containing a conjoined figure. The drawing showcases a large jar labeled with the words "Feu La Fusion" and "Infusion à Perpétuité," housing a surreal conjoined figure that appears to be two heads sharing a single body and wearing crowns. The figures are looking at each other. The jar sits on a surface with some coins scattered around. To the right, two large-nosed men with solemn and concerned expressions look critically at the jar, hands clasped. The drawing suggests a caricature or a critique, likely aimed at societal or political themes.