A. Fréd. Pierre comte de Falloux

About this work

This sketch shows a big-bearded man in a long coat, standing front and center. His head is huge, his hands are clasped, and he looks like he’s addressing a crowd. Behind him, a group of smaller figures—some in hats, some in uniforms—stand in a line, facing him. The artist exaggerated his face and clothes to make him look important. The background crowd looks like soldiers or officials, but they’re drawn quickly, almost like they’re not the main focus. Next, check out lithography to see how this print was made.