Cocktail Caucus 

This painting, "Cocktail Caucus" by Dan Graziano, is a contemporary realist portrayal of two men viewing a large painting, possibly a historical scene. The composition focuses on the men's backs, highlighting their engrossed gazes. The bar setting with liquor bottles and the muted color palette suggest a casual, yet intriguing atmosphere. The artwork is reminiscent of "The Bar at the Folies-Bergère" by Manet, which also featured a bar scene with the viewer's perspective focused on the back of the subject. Graziano's work invites the viewer to consider the relationship between the men, their shared interest, and the narrative of the painting they're observing.