The artwork known as “Statesman No.098° – Caricature of Alexander Baillie Cochrane M.P.” was created by the artist James Tissot in the year 1871. It falls under the Realism art movement and belongs to the genre of caricature. This piece is part of the “Statesman (Caricatures)” series.
The artwork depicts Alexander Baillie Cochrane M.P., seated on a chair with a confident demeanor, dressed in mid-19th century attire. His exaggerated features suggest it is a caricature, emphasizing elements of his personality and appearance. The background is minimalistic, focusing attention entirely on the subject. His posture and the hat placed on the floor beside him add to the character of the portrait, providing a humorous yet respectful representation fitting the style of caricature prevalent during that era.
