Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: The old story, my lambkins 1852

This lithograph, titled "Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: The old story, my lambkins," is from Paul Gavarni’s series "Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque." It depicts a scene of everyday Parisian life with a group of young men listening to a street performer’s story. The humorous lithograph captures a moment of social interaction and commentary on the social class of 19th century Paris. Gavarni's use of detailed, almost caricaturesque lines, brings the characters to life, providing a glimpse into the daily life of the lower classes in Paris. The piece highlights the themes of social satire and observation of everyday life, which are prevalent in Gavarni's work.