TOUT VIENT À QUI SAIT ATTENDRE 

This drawing, "TOUT VIENT À QUI SAIT ATTENDRE," meaning 'everything comes to those who wait', was made by John Leech, a prominent social caricaturist of Victorian England. Leech was working at a time when social class was deeply entwined with one's identity. His art often captured the nuances of Victorian society, with a keen eye for detail and a sharp wit. Here, we see the figures of a crowd surrounding a small framed image; perhaps it’s a newsworthy or scandalous image, or even a painting. The density of the crowd is indicated through the varied marks and shading which are in stark contrast with the small framed image they are looking at. Leech's work, like much art of his time, reflects the complex social dynamics of Victorian England. He leaves us to consider how societal expectations and hierarchies shape our perceptions and interactions. The emotional tenor is almost frantic, with a hint of frenzy. The image becomes not just a depiction of a moment but a mirror reflecting broader societal issues.