Honoré Victorin Daumier

Honoré Victorin Daumier was a French artist born on February 26, 1808, in Marseille, and he passed away on February 10, 1879, in Valmondois. A prominent figure in the Realism movement, Daumier is renowned for his incisive caricatures and lithographs that critiqued the social and political landscape of 19th-century France. His work often appeared in satirical publications such as "La Caricature" and "Le Charivari," where he used his art to comment on the injustices and absurdities of his time. In addition to his graphic work, Daumier was also a skilled painter and sculptor, with notable works such as "The Third-Class Carriage" reflecting his commitment to depicting the lives of ordinary people. Despite facing censorship and imprisonment for his bold political statements, Daumier's legacy endures as a master of social commentary and a pioneer of modern visual satire.