Still more? . . . It's the bill for our wedding announcements c. 19th century

Curator: This is a lithograph by Paul Gavarni, titled "Still more? . . . It's the bill for our wedding announcements." Editor: There's such a wonderful economy of line here, really drawing the eye to the resigned posture of the man struggling with his shoes. Curator: Absolutely. Considering Gavarni's era, this scene resonates with societal pressures on young couples, particularly the financial strain exacerbated by the wedding itself. Editor: Note the delicate shading Gavarni employs to render the fabric of the clothes. This adds depth to the composition, reflecting the emotional weight of the scene. Curator: Precisely. This image invites consideration of marriage through an intersectional lens, highlighting how it impacts gender roles and finances. Editor: Indeed. This lithograph brilliantly uses subtle visual cues to provoke deeper reflection. Curator: It encourages discourse surrounding class, gender, and domesticity in 19th-century France. Editor: A fantastic example of how lines can reveal more than words ever could.