caricatura

A caricatura, or caricature, is a type of artwork that exaggerates distinctive features of a person’s appearance or personality. By emphasizing certain traits—such as an enlarged nose, prominent chin, or expressive eyes—the artist creates a humorous, satirical, or insightful portrayal. Caricatures often aim to entertain, comment on social or political issues, or capture the essence of a subject in a memorable way. While they may distort reality, they maintain enough recognizable detail to clearly represent the individual or subject being depicted.