The Bouquet 

"The Bouquet" is a satirical drawing by French artist Jean-Louis Forain (1852-1931) that depicts a scene of Parisian social life in the late 19th century. It features a woman in a revealing nightgown being presented with a bouquet of flowers by a servant, possibly a maid. Forain's use of line and hatching creates a sense of movement and tension, highlighting the awkwardness of the encounter. The drawing is characteristic of Forain's work, which often explored themes of social commentary and moral ambiguity. It offers a glimpse into the world of upper-class Parisian society, exposing the hypocrisy and superficiality that existed beneath the surface. This quick sketch, likely created as an illustration for a journal or magazine, exemplifies Forain's talent for capturing a moment and conveying a complex story in a single image.