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Charles Philipon Collection

Charles Philipon was a prominent figure in the world of French satire and caricature during the 19th century

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Nouveautés philantropiques, 1841. Creator: Honore Daumier

Nouveautés philantropiques, 1841. Creator: Honore Daumier
Nouveautes philantropiques, 1841. Philanthropic news. The fictional character of Robert Macaire is an unscrupulous swindler in French culture

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Robert Macaire actionnaire, 1838. Creator: Honore Daumier

Robert Macaire actionnaire, 1838. Creator: Honore Daumier
Robert Macaire actionnaire, 1838. Robert Macaire shareholder. Mais Mr. Macaire quand je vous ai distribue ces dividendes, vous saviez bien qu'ils etaient pris sur le capital

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Portrait de Charles Philipon (1800-1862), dessinateur et journaliste, c1860. Creator: Gustave Doré

Portrait de Charles Philipon (1800-1862), dessinateur et journaliste, c1860. Creator: Gustave Doré
Portrait de Charles Philipon (1800-1862), dessinateur et journaliste, c1860

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Le Journal Amusant (chromolitho)

Le Journal Amusant (chromolitho)
961385 Le Journal Amusant (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Journal Amusant)

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Portrait of Charles Philipon (1800-1862), ca 1860. Creator: Doré

Portrait of Charles Philipon (1800-1862), ca 1860. Creator: Doré
Portrait of Charles Philipon (1800-1862), ca 1860. Found in the collection of Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Charles Philipon, model c. 1832 / 1835, cast 1929 / 1930. Creator: Honore Daumier

Charles Philipon, model c. 1832 / 1835, cast 1929 / 1930. Creator: Honore Daumier
Charles Philipon, model c. 1832/1835, cast 1929/1930

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Children, Obey Me, Do Not Play With Those Weapons, April 1834

Children, Obey Me, Do Not Play With Those Weapons, April 1834

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Very Haughty and Very Mighty Legitimist Brats, February 1834. Creator: Honore Daumier

Very Haughty and Very Mighty Legitimist Brats, February 1834. Creator: Honore Daumier
Very Haughty and Very Mighty Legitimist Brats, February 1834

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Le Journal Pour Rire, Journal d Iimages, Journal Comique, Critique, Satirique e

Le Journal Pour Rire, Journal d Iimages, Journal Comique, Critique, Satirique et Moqueur, August 23, 1850, August 23, 1850

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Mode de l annee prochaine, ca. 1830. Creator: V Ratier

Mode de l annee prochaine, ca. 1830. Creator: V Ratier
Mode de l annee prochaine, ca. 1830. After Charles Philipon

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Little Red Riding Hood drops the butter and cake, 1842. Creator: Unknown

Little Red Riding Hood drops the butter and cake, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood drops the butter and cake, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Little Red Riding Hoods mother gives her a pot of butter and a cake for her grandmother

Little Red Riding Hoods mother gives her a pot of butter and a cake for her grandmother, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Little Red Riding Hood, 1842. Creator: Unknown

Little Red Riding Hood, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, 1842. Creator: Unknown

Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf disguised as her grandmother, 1842. Creator: Unknown

Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf disguised as her grandmother, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Little Red Riding Hood and the wolf disguised as her grandmother, 1842. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Twelve Satirical Vignettes (Le Charivari, December 10, 1832), December 1, 1832

Twelve Satirical Vignettes (Le Charivari, December 10, 1832), December 1, 1832

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: The Publisher Aubert (You must admit the government has a comic appearance), 1831

The Publisher Aubert (You must admit the government has a comic appearance), 1831

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: The Grand Review of the Juste-Milieu Passing La Caricature, October 30, 1832 (Gran

The Grand Review of the Juste-Milieu Passing La Caricature, October 30, 1832 (Grand revue passee par la caricature le 30 Octobre 1832), October 1832

Background imageCharles Philipon Collection: Charles Philipon Nadar Gaspard Felix Tournachon

Charles Philipon Nadar Gaspard Felix Tournachon
Charles Philipon; Nadar, Gaspard Felix Tournachon (French, 1820 - 1910); 1855-1859; Salted paper prints from glass negatives; 21.9 × 16.6 cm (8 5, 8 × 6 1, 2 in.)



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Charles Philipon was a prominent figure in the world of French satire and caricature during the 19th century. He played a significant role in shaping public opinion through his various publications, including Le Journal Amusant, which featured colorful chromolithographs that brought humor to everyday life. One notable artwork is the portrait himself, created around 1860 by Doré. This captivating piece captures his essence as an influential figure with a piercing gaze that reflects his determination and passion for social commentary. Another depiction of Philipon can be found in Honore Daumier's model from the early 1830s. This sculpture showcases him as a symbol of resistance against political oppression, standing tall amidst turbulent times. Philipon's satirical illustrations often targeted societal issues and political figures. In April 1834, he published "Children, Obey Me, Do Not Play With Those Weapons, " highlighting the importance of peace and innocence amid growing tensions. In February 1834, Daumier collaborated with Philipon again to create "Very Haughty and Very Mighty Legitimist Brats. " This artwork mocks those who cling onto outdated ideologies without considering progress or change. Philipon also founded several influential journals such as Le Journal Pour Rire and Journal d'Images. These publications served as platforms for critical commentary on contemporary events while providing entertainment through comical sketches. The fashion industry was not spared from Philipon's scrutiny either. In V Ratier's illustration titled "Mode de l'annee prochaine" (ca. 1830), he playfully pokes fun at exaggerated trends that may soon become fashionable. Amongst all these works stands out an enchanting lithograph entitled "Little Red Riding Hood drops the butter and cake" (1842). It depicts Little Red Riding Hood clumsily dropping her grandmother's treats on her way to visit her sick relative—a whimsical twist on the classic fairy tale.