You were right, my wife . . . c. 19th century

Editor: This print, "You were right, my wife . . .," by Paul Gavarni, depicts a bourgeois couple encountering someone. It feels like a commentary on social class. What do you see in this piece? Curator: It's a potent glimpse into 19th-century social dynamics. Gavarni often satirized the bourgeoisie, and here, we might consider the power dynamics at play in these encounters. Who is seen, who is ignored, and what does that say about societal structures? Editor: That's a fascinating point! It definitely adds another layer to my understanding. Curator: How might gender also factor into the interpretation, particularly in relation to the gaze of the figures depicted? Editor: I hadn't considered that! It makes me rethink the whole scene. Curator: Exactly! Art invites us to constantly question and re-evaluate our perspectives, acknowledging the historical and social contexts shaping these images. Editor: I'm learning so much – thank you!