SMOKING COMPARTMENT 

"Smoking Compartment" is a satirical illustration by John Leech, a renowned British cartoonist of the Victorian era. The image depicts three individuals in a cramped train compartment, all engaged in smoking, with plumes of smoke swirling around them. Leech’s artwork is famous for its sharp social commentary and humorous portrayal of everyday life, often poking fun at the foibles and oddities of the upper class. This particular piece captures the absurdity of a crowded space filled with thick smoke, highlighting the prevalence of smoking in Victorian society.