The Wager Won 1778

"The Wager Won" (1778) by Jean Michel Moreau the Younger is a brown wash drawing depicting a humorous scene from 18th-century Parisian life. A man, holding a dead bird, stands before a couple, their reaction suggesting a wager has been won. The details of the scene are emphasized through meticulous drawing with dogs playing in the foreground. The work showcases the artist's mastery of Rococo style, evident in the elegant figures and playful subject matter. This drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the everyday life and social interactions of the French elite during this period.