Every day at the ball! c. 19th century

Curator:Editor: Ah, here we have "Every day at the ball!" by Paul Gavarni. It's such a cheeky image, though the mood feels a bit…tense? What catches your eye? Curator: It’s got that delightful Gavarni bite! He really skewers Parisian society, doesn’t he? Look at the title, "Every day at the ball!" Do you think it's pure joy, or is there a hint of something else? Editor: Maybe…exhaustion? Like they’re trapped in this endless cycle of social obligation. Curator: Precisely! It’s all about appearances, that "Carnaval" masking the reality. See how he's drawn the man so stiff, almost like a puppet? Editor: I didn't notice that at first, but now I do! It's so true that the man looks like a puppet. And the woman's posture…it speaks volumes. Thank you! Curator: My pleasure! It's amazing how much emotion and critique an artist can convey with a few lines and a well-placed title, isn't it?