Les Nuits de Paris 1914 - 1919

"Les nuits de Paris," a charcoal drawing by Jean-Louis Forain, depicts a scene of Parisian street life. Created between 1914 and 1919, the work exemplifies Forain's signature style of social commentary. The artist's signature, along with the title and the caption below the scene, suggest the work may be an illustration for a book or magazine. The drawing's loose and expressive lines capture the energy and dynamism of the city. Forain's works, often depicting the darker side of Parisian life, provide a glimpse into the social realities of early 20th-century France.