"Le Comédien" is a lithograph by French artist Paul Gavarni from the 19th century that exemplifies his talent for capturing character and social observation through printmaking. The work depicts a theatrical performer with Gavarni's characteristic witty attention to gesture and expression, showcasing his skill in rendering fabric textures and physiognomy through the lithographic medium. Gavarni was renowned for his satirical social commentary, and this print reflects his broader body of work documenting Parisian life and theater culture during the mid 1800s.