"Well then, good friend, you have lost, you who would have sworn to your client that you would have won." 1864

Curator: The lithograph before us, by Honoré Daumier, is titled "Well then, good friend, you have lost, you who would have sworn to your client that you would have won." Editor: It's instantly cynical. I see two lawyers, and the one in the foreground has this sly, almost predatory look. Curator: Daumier was renowned for his satirical portrayals of the legal profession. He highlights, through caricature, the perceived corruption and moral ambiguity within the judicial system. Editor: Absolutely, this image speaks to broader questions of accountability and the legal system's role in upholding justice or perpetuating inequality. Curator: Daumier's work served as a powerful form of social commentary. Editor: I'm left thinking about how relevant these issues remain today.