Chevalier sur son cheval pointant sa lance contre un diablotin 

Editor: So, this drawing is titled "Chevalier sur son cheval pointant sa lance contre un diablotin" which translates to "Knight on his horse pointing his lance against a little devil," by Eugène Grasset. It's an ink drawing, with this beautifully detailed, medieval style. The moment I saw it, I felt like I’d stumbled into a particularly whimsical page from a medieval manuscript. What leaps out at you? Curator: Whimsical is a perfect word! It's like a playful dream dipped in ink, isn't it? Look at the knight, so determined, and then *that* little devil! Perched in what could be an enchanted forest, a fairy-tale illustration. The color palette almost whispers of faded tapestries and stained glass windows. Have you noticed the detail Grasset gives each line, almost caressing the dragon, framing it and bringing a feeling of romanticism? Editor: Absolutely! And the framing. I wonder, do you see the dragon at the bottom corner as a decorative element, or a hint of darker things to come for our knight? Curator: Ah, the dragon! Could be either, really. Perhaps a guardian spirit, or a premonition. Eugène Grasset always let imagination be free when creating art. It’s the freedom of fantasy combined with precise lines of Romanticism. What do you think he’s telling us about the nature of heroism in the piece? Editor: Maybe heroism isn't always about grand battles, but sometimes about facing our little devils, our daily annoyances, with courage and a sense of humor! Curator: I love that interpretation! It shows me, and I hope our listeners, that the heart of this piece goes beyond simple illustration. Each of us are riding our noble steed ready for whatever challenge is up ahead. Thanks to Grasset, it does look good and maybe even be a little fun.