is the 23rd episode of the third season of the American sitcom Modern Family . The title refers to the French term for "living picture," a style of artistic presentation where actors or models remain still to recreate a famous scene or painting. The "Tableau Vivant" Feature
: Luke is awarded a medal of bravery for putting out a fire—though he actually started the fire himself. Production & Reception Original Air Date : May 16, 2012. Episode 23: Tableau Vivant
Jay and Gloria argue about how a waitress is closer to Jay than Gloria. Luke is awarded a medal for putting out a fire he started, is the 23rd episode of the third season
Explain the that reportedly inspired the plot Production & Reception Original Air Date : May 16, 2012
: This is one of the rare episodes with no recurring characters appearing.
The episode features recreations of several iconic paintings: by Norman Rockwell American Gothic by Grant Wood The Son of Man by René Magritte Plot Highlights