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Caricature of Desire Barodet (1823-1906) c. 1880 (colour litho)
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Caricature of Desire Barodet (1823-1906) c. 1880 (colour litho)
CHT205793 Caricature of Desire Barodet (1823-1906) c.1880 (colour litho) by Blass, J. (Douat, Albert called) (1847-1892); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: follower of Darwins theory of evolution; descent of man from monkeys; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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Charles Darwin Darwinian French Politician Gorilla Monkey Teaching
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The captivating print titled "Caricature of Desire Barodet (1823-1906) c. 1880" showcases the unique artistic style of J. Blass, also known as Albert Douat. This color lithograph, housed in the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet in France, depicts Desire Barodet, a prominent French politician and mayor of Lyon during the late 19th century. In this intriguing portrait, Barodet is humorously portrayed with exaggerated features reminiscent of a gorilla. The artist cleverly alludes to Darwin's theory of evolution and the descent of man from monkeys. Through this caricature, Blass highlights Barodet's association with Darwinian ideas and perhaps comments on his political ideologies. The image captures Barodet seated at a desk in what appears to be a school setting. With his distinguished beard and serious expression, he exudes an air of authority while engaging with a young child sitting across from him. This interaction suggests that he may have been involved in teaching or mentoring younger generations. This thought-provoking artwork not only offers insight into the life and personality of Desire Barodet but also serves as a visual representation of social and intellectual movements prevalent during that era. It invites viewers to ponder upon themes such as human evolution, education systems, political beliefs influenced by scientific theories like those proposed by Charles Darwin himself. Overall, this fascinating print provides an intriguing glimpse into both historical figures like Desire Barod
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