The artwork, titled “Statesman No.131° – Caricature of Sir Francis Goldsmid M.P.,” was created by the esteemed artist James Tissot in the year 1872. This piece is part of the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of caricature. The caricature is included in the series “Statesman (Caricatures).”
The artwork depicts a caricature of Sir Francis Goldsmid, M.P., humorously exaggerated in a dignified yet exaggerated posture. He is portrayed wearing formal attire, including a long black coat, brown trousers, black shoes, and a large top hat. His hands are tucked behind his back, and his facial expression is one of smirking satisfaction, characterized by exaggerated features typical of caricature art. The background is plain, which brings focus to the figure. The piece was published in the renowned magazine “Vanity Fair” on December 7, 1872, as indicated at the top of the artwork.
