This charming genre painting depicts a relaxed gentleman seated in a dimly lit interior, calmly enjoying his pipe. The scene is rich in atmosphere and character, evoking the intimate world of 17th-century Dutch tavern and interior scenes. The artist masterfully uses warm tones, subtle light, and carefully balanced composition to draw the viewer into a quiet, timeless moment. Details such as the clothing, furniture, and everyday objects are rendered with great care, creating a vivid and authentic sense of historical life. The painting is signed “M. Meyer” in the lower right corner and executed in oil on a metal plate, a technique favored by German and Austrian academic painters in the late 19th to early 20th century. Metal as a support allowed for fine detail, smooth brushwork, and excellent color preservation, all of which are clearly visible in this work. Stylistically, the painting belongs to the historicist revival of Old Dutch genre art, inspired by masters such as Adriaen van Ostade and David Teniers, while remaining a confident and decorative artwork in its own right. The work is presented in a decorative frame, enhancing its classic and elegant appearance. A refined and atmospheric piece, ideal for collectors of traditional European genre painting or for adding character to an interior.