The artwork titled “Man of the day No.31° – Caricature of The Duke of Saldanha” was created by James Tissot in 1871. It belongs to the art movement known as Realism and is a caricature, part of the series “Man of the day (Caricatures)”.
The artwork depicts a man, presumably the Duke of Saldanha, sitting on a chair with a composed yet slightly stern expression. His hair is white and disheveled, complemented by a full moustache and sideburns. He is dressed in formal attire, including a dark jacket, a white waistcoat, and matching trousers, with a purple bow tie providing a hint of color. The posture of the subject, with hands resting on his knees, conveys a sense of authority and confidence. The background is simplistic, allowing the figure to stand out prominently. This caricature, featured in the edition of Vanity Fair dated September 2, 1871, is a humorous yet respectful representation of the Duke.
