La paix a tout prix
1870
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1870
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a muscular arm swinging a club at a fancy chandelier. The chandelier has a crown on top and looks heavy, with ornate designs. A leafy branch is also in the way, like it’s being used as a shield. The caption below says *"La paix a tout prix"*—which means "Peace at any price"—and adds *"Ça ne mord pas!"* (It doesn’t bite!). This suggests the image is making a point about breaking something valuable to avoid conflict. Next, check out Daumier, Honoré to see more of his sharp political cartoons.
