The Meeting under the Arch (third plate) 1910

"The Meeting under the Arch (third plate)" is an etching by French artist Jean-Louis Forain, created in 1910. The composition features three figures gathered under an archway, with the figure on the left leaning on a cane, and the other two standing close together and conversing. The background depicts a hazy, indistinct landscape, with the suggestion of buildings in the distance. Forain, known for his satirical and often cynical portrayal of Parisian society, uses the etching technique to capture the fleeting moment of interaction between the figures, suggesting a sense of secrecy and intrigue.