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Le Directeur, Chefs, Sous-Chefs, Employes, Surnumeraires, etc
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Le Directeur, Chefs, Sous-Chefs, Employes, Surnumeraires, etc
740216 Le Directeur, Chefs, Sous-Chefs, Employes, Surnumeraires, etc. allant complimenter une nouvelle Excellence, illustration from Moeurs Administratives, Dessinees D aprAs Nature by Henri Monnier, lithographed by Delpech, pub. Paris, c.1828 (hand-coloured litho) by Monnier, Henri Bonaventure (1799-1877); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22424932
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Administration Administrative Habits Administrator Bowing Bureau Bureaucracy Bureaucrat Bureaucrats Director Employees Office Excellence
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This print titled "Le Directeur, Chefs, Sous-Chefs, Employes, Surnumeraires, etc" captures the essence of bureaucracy and administrative habits in the 19th century. Illustrated by Henri Monnier and lithographed by Delpech, this hand-coloured litho showcases a humorous portrayal of heads of departments and their subordinates paying compliments to a new Excellence. The scene depicts a bustling office where workers from various levels are gathered to acknowledge their new leader. With exaggerated caricatures and satirical elements, Monnier brilliantly highlights the intricate dynamics within an administrative setting. The director stands tall at the center while his deputies and chiefs bow down before him with utmost reverence. The employees are seen in animated conversations or diligently attending to their tasks. Through this artwork, Monnier masterfully exposes the comical aspects of bureaucratic systems that often prioritize hierarchy over efficiency. The image offers a glimpse into the complex world of government administration during that era while providing ample room for interpretation on its relevance even today. This intriguing engraving from Moeurs Administratives is part of The Stapleton Collection housed in a private collection. Its inclusion here allows us to appreciate not only Monnier's artistic talent but also reflect on our own experiences with bureaucracy and workplace dynamics.
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