Based on the signature the artist is likely Benjamin Rabier (1864-1939) Highly influential French illustrator known for his comic style. It features thin line ink and watercolor wash associated with late 19th and early 20th century French caricature. The scene depicts a gentleman in a top hat reading a newspaper titled Benjamin, while an adjacent figure appears to be having an umbrella shoved into his mouth, illustrating the "misadventure" mentioned in the title.