Études sociales, plate n. 2

Études sociales, plate n. 2  is an amusing satirical illustration by the French illustrator and caricaturist, Cham (alias Count Amédée de Noé, 1818-1879).

Beautiful b/w lithograph on ivory colored paper. 

 Plate n. 2, titled "La famille", from the series "Études sociales", Aubert, Paris. 

With a smart printed captures under the image:
"Mais si l'on abolit la famille qui donc me soignera dans ma vieillesse? ... // Mais parbleu dans votre vieillesse on vous mettra aux enfants trouvés! ...

In very good condition, including passepartout.

Dim: cm 49 x 34.