¶L'Eclipse, which succeeded La Lune, was one of numerous illustrated satirical newspapers published in France in this period. Dominated by a full page, hand-coloured caricature, L'Eclipse was perhaps best known for its leading artist, André Gill, the master of French caricature. His subject typically featured oversized heads and undersized bodies, gargantuan noses and glaring eyes. He drew portraits of many of the notable figures of the day, including Wagner, Verne and here, Dickens seen clutching French translations of his works while astride the English Channel. PLEASE NOTE: For customers within the UK this item is subject to VAT.