Drie mannen spelen jeu de boules 1837

"Drie mannen spelen jeu de boules" (1837) by Nicolas Toussaint Charlet depicts three men playing the popular French game of boules in front of a small house. The scene, rendered in a detailed yet casual style characteristic of Charlet’s work, showcases his keen eye for everyday life and humor. A fourth man, leaning on a cane, observes the game, adding an element of playful interaction to the scene. This lithograph, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies Charlet's talent for capturing the charm of rural French life and the simple pleasures of everyday activities.