Camille, tell me! c. 19th century

Editor: We’re looking at “Camille, tell me!” by Paul Gavarni. It is a print of a man looking up with a curious expression. The woman beside him seems to be walking away. What do you see in this piece? Curator: This print whispers of societal expectations and marital dynamics, doesn't it? The title, "Camille, tell me!" suggests a plea, perhaps a man seeking answers or reassurance from his partner. I wonder, what’s caused that upward gaze? Is it hope, disillusionment, or something else entirely? Editor: I didn't think about it like that! It makes the artwork more complex. Curator: Art often invites us to create our own narratives, doesn't it? It's a mirror reflecting our own interpretations back at us.