A Versailles juillet 1919 c. 1919

"A Versailles Juillet 1919" is a sketch by Jean-Louis Forain, created around 1919, depicting a scene likely set at the Palace of Versailles. The drawing uses simple, expressive lines to depict two figures, one standing and the other perched atop a fence. The artist's signature and the date, along with the title, highlight the drawing's connection to the Versailles Peace Conference, held that year, reflecting the political and social tensions of the post-World War I era. This piece exemplifies Forain's keen observational skills and mastery of social satire, a recurring theme throughout his artistic career.