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Megalomania, or His Eyes were Bigger than His Belly (colour litho)
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Megalomania, or His Eyes were Bigger than His Belly (colour litho)
6031054 Megalomania, or His Eyes were Bigger than His Belly (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Megalomania, or His Eyes were Bigger than His Belly. Illustration from L Album, Les Maitres de la Caricature (Librairie Illustre, Paris, c1902).); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
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Ambition Belle Epoque Caricaturist Cartoonist Charles Leandre Fin De Siecle Huge Leandre Charles 1862 1934 Obese Obesity Odd Couple 1900 1910 Years 10 10s 1910 1919 Years 10 10s Dwarfed Little And Large
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The print titled "Megalomania, or His Eyes were Bigger than His Belly" captures the essence of a satirical illustration by Charles Leandre. Created in the early 20th century, this colour lithograph showcases Leandre's talent as an artist and caricaturist. In this whimsical piece, we see an odd couple consisting of a man and a woman. The man is depicted as incredibly obese, with his belly protruding comically. His eyes are wide open with ambition and desire for more, symbolizing megalomania. In contrast, the woman beside him appears petite and dwarfed by his immense size. Leandre's use of exaggeration highlights society's obsession with excess during the Belle Époque era in France. Through clever satire and humor, he comments on human nature's tendency to overreach their limits. This artwork not only showcases Leandre's artistic skills but also serves as a reflection of societal values at that time. It reminds us to be cautious about our ambitions and desires so that they do not consume us entirely. "Megalomania, or His Eyes were Bigger than His Belly" is part of Les Maitres de la Caricature album from L'Album Illustre in Paris. This print offers viewers a glimpse into the world of fin de siècle artistry while provoking thought about our own aspirations and limitations.
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