Charles II
1804-1873 ; duc de Brunswick
French artist Eugène Giraud brings a sharp, humorous eye to this caricature of Charles II, Duke of Brunswick, giving him a comically oversized head with a flushed, rosy complexion and dark, curled hair. The Duke stands stiffly in his formal regalia—a towering white cravat, a prestigious blue sash, and a waistcoat bursting with buttons—looking every bit the absurd aristocrat. Giraud was a master of 19th-century caricature, using exaggerated proportions to poke fun at the elite while still capturing their distinctive flair. It’s a playful snapshot of history that proves even royalty wasn't safe from a good-natured roast.
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