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Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?, 19th century. Satire on the Crimean War. [Russian emperor]: Oursikoff! do you think this is a good likeness? [Oursikoff]: No, sire! [Emperor]: just as well...I would have sent you to Siberia if you'd recognised me...all these terrible Charivari accusations won't stop me being the most handsome man in my empire! [Oursikoff]: Yes, sire
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Oursikoff! Do you think this is a good likeness?
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This intriguing question posed by the Russian Emperor in Honore Daumier's satirical print "Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?" (1855) invites us to delve into the political and social climate of the 19th century. The print, a poignant commentary on the Crimean War and its aftermath, portrays an exchange between the Emperor and a courtier named Oursikoff. Daumier, a renowned French caricaturist, masterfully captures the essence of Emperor Alexander II's vanity and insecurity in this lithograph. The Emperor, dressed in full military regalia, is shown pointing to a portrait, asking for Oursikoff's opinion. The latter, depicted as a hapless courtier, responds negatively, much to the relief of the Emperor, who jokingly threatens to send him to Siberia if he had recognized him. The print's title, "Oursikoff! Do you think this is a good likeness?" is a playful reference to the charivari, a form of public humiliation and mockery common in 19th-century Europe. The Emperor's concern over his image in the face of such criticism underscores the importance of public opinion and the power of the press during this period. The print's black-and-white palette, reminiscent of newspaper illustrations, further emphasizes its connection to the media and the contemporary political landscape. The intricate details of the Emperor's military uniform and the subtle expressions on the faces of the two men add depth and nuance to this witty and insightful work of art. "Oursikoff! Do you think this is a good likeness?" is a testament to Daumier's artistic prowess and his ability to capture the complexities of human nature and the political zeitgeist of his time. This print, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a glimpse into the past and the enduring power of satire as a means of social commentary.
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