(President) You had a livelihood, what did you do with it? (The defendant) I exist with

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(President) You had a livelihood, what did you do with it? (The defendant) I exist with

LSE4403426 (President) You had a livelihood, what did you do with it? (The defendant) I exist with... series of cartoons on Parisian emotions by Honore Daumier (1808-1879). " Charivari", 1842. by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: (President) You had a livelihood, what did you do with it? (The defendant) I exist with... series of cartoons on Parisian emotions by Honore Daumier (1808-1879). " Charivari", 1842.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright

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1808 1879 Businessman Daumier Honore 1808 1879 Judge Judgment Lawyer Trade

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This print captures a thought-provoking scene from Honore Daumier's renowned series of cartoons on Parisian emotions. Created in 1842 for the iconic publication "Charivari" this artwork delves into the complexities of livelihood and existence. The image portrays a powerful exchange between two individuals, identified as the President and the defendant. The President, with an air of authority, questions the defendant about their past livelihood and how they utilized it. In response, the defendant asserts their mere existence alongside Daumier's poignant series on Parisian emotions. Daumier's masterful engraving technique brings life to this French courtroom setting, where judgment hangs in the balance. The caricatured figures exude human emotion while representing broader themes such as European society, trade, and law. Leonard de Selva skillfully captures every detail of this historical artwork through his lens. This photograph showcases Daumier's artistic brilliance while preserving its timeless essence for contemporary audiences to appreciate. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, we are reminded of our own choices regarding our livelihoods and existence. It prompts us to reflect on how we utilize our resources and talents in pursuit of purposeful lives amidst societal expectations. Through this evocative image by Leonard de Selva, we are transported back to 19th-century France—a time when art served as a mirror reflecting society's triumphs and tribulations.

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