In "Autoportrait avec Leila," Édouard Boubat captures an intimate moment through the reflective surface of a mirror, presenting himself alongside his wife in a composition that merges personal narrative with technical mastery. The gelatin silver print demonstrates Boubat's characteristic sensitivity to light and shadow, creating a tender image that reveals both the photographer's presence and his thoughtful approach to domestic life. This work exemplifies Boubat's humanistic style, where the self portrait becomes a vehicle for exploring relationships and the spaces we inhabit.