Ah! La petite Coquette

Ah! La petite Coquette

Richard Doyle

1824

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows three women in a cozy room. One woman stands near a table with a pitcher and bowl, another holds a curtain aside, and a child peeks out from behind a door frame. The room has a fireplace, a small table with food, and fancy drapes hanging in the background. The title, *Ah! La petite Coquette*, hints at a playful or teasing scene—maybe the child is being mischievous. The drawing feels lively but loose, like it was quickly sketched. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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