"-Ouriskoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?" from Actualities

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a caricatured military figure holding a portrait. The drawing depicts a man in elaborate military clothing, complete with a tall hat adorned with a plume. He is seated in profile, examining a sketch or portrait, while another figure dressed similarly stands to the side, also looking at the drawing. The background features a map labeled "Turquie" (Turkey). The style is humorous and satirical. The exaggerated facial features and clothing add to the comedic effect, making it a humorous reflection on identity and authority.