Le coup de main
1895
About this artwork
This political lithograph features a large, heavy block being pushed by several workers, with a figure above holding a whip. It is a satirical work exploring labor and social conditions in the late 19th century.
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Félix Vallotton was a key figure in the Nabis movement and gained fame for his biting social and political commentary through printmaking. This work, 'Le coup de main,' highlights the cynicism surrounding the 'Social Question' in 1890s France, illustrating the imbalance between the burdened workers and the overseer.
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Le coup de main
Félix Vallotton, 1895
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