The artwork titled “Man of the day No.75° – Caricature of Percy William Doyle C.B.” was created by the artist James Tissot in 1873. This piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls within the genre of caricature. It is part of the series “Man of the day (Caricatures)”.
The artwork depicts a caricature of Percy William Doyle. The subject is rendered in a characteristic Realism style with exaggerated features, typical of caricatural representation. Seated on a simple wooden chair, the figure is shown in profile, dressed in a heavy overcoat facing left, holding a top hat in his right hand. The piece encapsulates the essence of the subject through meticulous and exaggerated detailing, capturing both the demeanor and attire representative of the period. The use of muted colors and fine lines adds to its period-authentic feel while providing a humorous yet respectful portrayal of the subject. The caricature originally appeared in “Vanity Fair” on December 27, 1873, underlining its cultural relevance during that time.
