The artwork titled “Marie-Michel Altaroche” is a caricature created by Honore Daumier in 1849 during the Realism art movement. Measuring 30.5 x 23.2 cm, it is housed in the Château de Compiègne, Compiègne, France.
The artwork is a caricature that humorously exaggerates the features of the subject, Marie-Michel Altaroche. It depicts him with an oversized head, engaged in the act of pouring liquid from a large jug into a vessel placed on a pedestal, implying a criticism or satire typical of Daumier’s work. The detailed depiction captures the folds of his clothing and the expression on his face, revealing Daumier’s mastery in both artistic skill and social commentary. The background details are minimal, drawing focus to the central figure and his exaggerated features.
