Three Companions (Les trois compagnons) 1912

Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen’s 1912 etching, *Three Companions (Les trois compagnons)*, depicts three figures, all men, in a simple yet poignant composition. Two men, one holding a cane, stand to the left, facing a seated man, creating a triangular dynamic. The image is rendered in black and white with a focus on the figures, their expressions, and their postures, alluding to a shared experience or conversation. Steinlen's work is known for its depiction of everyday life, often featuring the working class, and this piece exemplifies his ability to convey emotion and narrative through simple, yet evocative imagery.