This is a drawing depicting a caricature of a figure with exaggerated features and a large club causing chaos in a public setting. The figure has an elongated head and small stature, swinging a club while running. There is an inscription "PROJET DE LOI PUBLIQUE" on their back. The background includes trees, buildings, and chaos, possibly in a city boulevard. The style is reminiscent of editorial cartoons or satirical depictions from the 19th century, using expressive line work and exaggerated forms.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1850
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 4000 × 3377 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original