The artwork, titled “Duvergier de Hauranne,” was created by the artist Honoré Daumier in 1849. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is categorized as a caricature. This particular piece is housed at the Château de Compiègne in Compiègne, France.
The caricature depicts a man with exaggerated facial features, particularly noticeable in the head which is disproportionately large compared to the body. The figure is dressed formally in a suit, standing with hands by his sides in a somewhat somber pose. In the background, there are faint figures and shadows which provide a sense of setting and context, enhancing the caricature’s humor and satire. The style is characteristic of Daumier, employing sharp lines and shading to evoke texture and depth. The artist’s technique in emphasizing subject features adds a layer of critique and societal commentary, consistent with the themes often found within Realism and Daumier’s body of work.
