{"product_id":"caricature-of-charles-darwin-james-tissot","title":"Caricature of Charles Darwin - James Tissot","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1871 chromolithograph by James Tissot depicting Charles Darwin, originally published in Vanity Fair as part of their Men of the Day series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chromolithograph, published in the 30 September 1871 edition of Vanity Fair, depicts the naturalist Charles Darwin. Created by James Tissot under the pseudonym 'Coïdé', the work appeared as part of the magazine's 'Men of the Day' series, specifically number 33, titled 'Natural Selection'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTissot captures Darwin in a seated posture, his expression conveying a sense of quiet amusement. The artist employs a restrained colour palette, focusing on the dark tones of the subject's suit against the muted green of the upholstered chair. The composition is clean, placing the figure against a neutral background to draw attention to the facial features and the characteristic long, white beard. The print reflects the satirical tradition of Victorian periodical illustration, where public figures were often rendered with slight exaggerations to capture their personality or professional identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Tissot is better known for his paintings of high-society life in London and Paris, his contributions to Vanity Fair demonstrate his ability to adapt his observational skills to the requirements of political and social commentary. The print provides a glimpse into the public perception of Darwin during the period following the publication of his major scientific works. The inclusion of the title 'Natural Selection' at the base of the print serves as a direct reference to his scientific contributions, framing the caricature within the context of his intellectual identity. This piece remains a notable example of nineteenth-century print culture, documenting the intersection of scientific fame and popular media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/statesman-no-113-the-massive-grievance-thomas-nast\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eStatesman, No. 113: The Massive Grievance by Thomas Nast\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/a-symphony-sir-leslie-ward\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Symphony by Sir Leslie Ward\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/james-tissot\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eJames Tissot artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"James Tissot","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59460060873039,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59460092264783,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59460092297551,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59460092330319,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59460092363087,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59460092395855,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59460092428623,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59460092461391,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59460092494159,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59460092526927,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59460092559695,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59460092592463,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Caricature-of-Charles-Darwin_Poster_CompositorV1_1792304094436.jpg?v=1794349917","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/caricature-of-charles-darwin-james-tissot","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}