Des Mots! Des Mots! 1896

"Des Mots! Des Mots!" is a drawing created by Abel-Truchet in 1896, measuring 25.7 x 32.5 cm. The work depicts a scene of three men in a room, one of them is standing and pointing at another seated at a desk with a pen, while the third man stands watching, creating a dynamic composition with a focus on the dialogue between the men. This drawing is likely a satirical illustration for a play or piece of writing, as the title translates to "Words! Words!" and the image suggests a heated discussion. The artist, Abel-Truchet, is known for his distinctive style and his use of line and texture, as seen in the detail of the men’s clothing and the room’s furniture.