The artwork titled “Statesman No.120° – Caricature of James Delahunty M.P.” is a caricature executed by the artist James Tissot, dated 1872. This piece belongs to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of caricature.
The artwork illustrates a humorously exaggerated depiction of James Delahunty M.P. The subject is portrayed with a rotund figure, wearing a formal black suit adorned with a waistcoat and a prominent top hat. His pose, with hands placed on his hips and an almost mischievous facial expression, captures a moment of discernible self-assuredness. The background of the artwork is kept minimal, directing full attention to the figure and enhancing the satirical essence of the caricature. The rendering technique showcases Tissot’s adeptness at combining realism with the whimsical nature inherent in caricature illustrations from this period. The artwork’s date and presentation suggest it may have been part of a broader commentary or series, likely published in a periodical such as Vanity Fair, reflective of the sociopolitical landscapes of the time.
