The artwork titled “Statesman No. 117° – Caricature of Mr George Leeman M.P.” was created by James Tissot in the year 1872. It belongs to the Realism art movement and is categorized under the genre of caricature. This piece is part of the “Statesman (Caricatures)” series.
The artwork portrays Mr. George Leeman, M.P., in a caricature style, emphasizing certain features with exaggeration. Mr. Leeman is depicted standing in a profile view, dressed in formal attire including a top hat and a long coat, with a slight formal posture, his hands clasped behind his back. The background is kept plain, ensuring the focus remains entirely on the figure. The title of the piece is displayed at the bottom, with publication details of “Vanity Fair,” dated July 13, 1872, indicating its origin from this periodical.
