Daydreamer that I am, I was less intent on what she was saying than on knowing what she wanted. c. 18th century

Curator: I find myself instantly charmed by the mood of this piece, so evocative of a summer afternoon reverie. Editor: Well, this image, titled "Daydreamer that I am, I was less intent on what she was saying than on knowing what she wanted," is a print by Jean Baptiste Michel Dupréel. It really speaks to the social practice of printmaking and how easily these images could circulate. Curator: I love the suggestion of a narrative, the way he seems lost in thought. It makes me wonder about their relationship, the undercurrents of unspoken desires. Editor: And think about how the means of production—etching—enabled a certain kind of delicate line, hinting at wealth and leisurely consumption. Curator: Absolutely, I’m struck by how it captures the quiet tension of unspoken words. Editor: It’s a fascinating look at the dynamics of its time, and the power of accessible imagery. Curator: A poignant piece that lingers in the mind. Editor: Indeed, a window into a world mediated by both desire and availability.