"Don't worry...I'll take care of your affair...I'm Norman like you." 1864

Editor: This is Honoré Daumier's lithograph, "Don't worry...I'll take care of your affair...I'm Norman like you.” The expressions are so intense! What's your take on the visual narrative here? Curator: Well, it’s a deliciously cynical glimpse into the world of Parisian lawyers, wouldn't you say? It’s as though Daumier’s etching with acid wit here, not just ink. Notice how he distorts their features, amplifying their… let’s call it ‘zeal’ for their profession. Editor: So, are you suggesting Daumier’s poking fun at the legal system? Curator: Oh, undoubtedly! He’s practically skewering it! The title itself drips with sarcasm. And think about how relevant such commentary remains even today! Editor: It makes you wonder, doesn't it, what hasn't changed over time?