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The Juste Milieu dirties itself, caricature on the subject of Louis-Philippe I, c
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The Juste Milieu dirties itself, caricature on the subject of Louis-Philippe I, c
XIR468140 The Juste Milieu dirties itself, caricature on the subject of Louis-Philippe I, c.1850s (colour litho) by Travies de Villiers, Charles Joseph (1804-59); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Caricature au sujet de Louis-Philippe; Le Juste milieu se crotte; Louis-Philippe I (1773-1850) King of the French from 1830-48 in what is known as the July Monarchy; ); French, out of copyright
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This vibrant and thought-provoking print titled "The Juste Milieu dirties itself" captures the essence of political satire during the 1850s. Created by Charles Joseph Travies de Villiers, this colour lithograph showcases his artistic prowess in caricature and humor. At its center, we see a comical depiction of Louis-Philippe I, the King of the French from 1830 to 1848. Known for his reign during the July Monarchy, Louis-Philippe finds himself at the heart of this satirical portrayal. The title "The Juste Milieu dirties itself" alludes to a play on words, suggesting that even those who claim to be moderate can become tainted by their actions. The image is filled with symbolism and visual metaphors. We observe Harlequin, Pierrot, and other clown-like figures surrounding Louis-Philippe as they revel in mud and puddles. This scene serves as a metaphor for how power can corrupt even those who are supposed to maintain balance and moderation. Travies de Villiers' use of color adds depth and liveliness to this artwork. The bold hues enhance our understanding of the artist's intention: to critique political hypocrisy through humor. Displayed at Musee Carnavalet in Paris, France, this piece remains an important historical artifact from a time when political cartoons played a significant role in shaping public opinion. It reminds us that laughter can be both powerful and subversive when used as a tool for
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