Conciliabule 1916

"Conciliabule" (1916), a charcoal drawing by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, depicts a group of three soldiers in conversation. The drawing's somber tone, likely reflecting the realities of World War I, is amplified by the lone cat in the lower left corner. Steinlen was a renowned French artist known for his illustrations, posters, and graphic works, often capturing the gritty realities of urban life and social issues. This drawing, with its stark lines and muted palette, exemplifies his expressive style.