L'Escamoteur 1804

"L'Escamoteur" (The Juggler) is an 1804 hand-colored etching by the French artist Louis Charles Ruotte. The artwork, which depicts a group of people gathered around a table watching a performance, is a satirical commentary on the social gatherings of the time. Ruotte's work is known for its focus on the nuances of human interaction, which he captures with great detail and humor in this charming and historically relevant piece. The work is currently held in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.