Literary Criticism, caricature of literary critics removing passages from books that displease them, c.1830

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"Literary Criticism" is a satirical lithograph created by French artist Charles Joseph Traviès de Villiers around 1830. The artwork humorously depicts literary critics as they physically excise sections from books, symbolizing the critics' power to metaphorically 'cut out' or censor parts of a text that they find objectionable or displeasing. This caricature serves as a commentary on the role of critics in shaping public perception and the potential for overreach in their influence on literature.

The lithograph is reflective of the socio-cultural context of early 19th-century France, a period marked by significant literary activity and the rise of literary criticism as a distinct intellectual practice. Traviès de Villiers, known for his satirical depictions of Parisian life and his contributions to the French satirical newspaper "La Caricature," uses his sharp wit and artistic skill to critique the sometimes presumptuous nature of literary critics.

In the image, the critics are portrayed with exaggerated facial expressions and postures, emphasizing the absurdity of their actions. The work is an early example of meta-criticism, critiquing the critics themselves, and it prefigures discussions about the authority and subjectivity inherent in literary criticism that would become more pronounced in the 20th century.

"Literary Criticism" by Traviès de Villiers remains an important historical artifact, offering insight into the evolving relationship between authors, critics, and the public, as well as the enduring conversation about the power dynamics involved in the interpretation and valuation of literary works.

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