Le billard 1858

"Le billard" (1858) by Paul Gavarni depicts a scene of two men playing billiards. The drawing, executed in pencil, captures the focused intensity of the player as he lines up his shot, while the observer watches intently. Gavarni, known for his social satire and depictions of Parisian life, captures a moment of leisure and camaraderie through his detailed portrayal of this popular pastime. The work is now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, offering viewers a glimpse into 19th-century French social life.