Deux chevaux de halage s'eloignant c. 19th century

Editor: This is Jules-Jacques Veyrassat's "Deux chevaux de halage s'eloignant," an etching. It feels quiet, almost lonely. How do you interpret this work? Curator: I see a commentary on labor and the changing rural landscape. The horses, burdened by their task, represent the working class. Consider the power dynamics at play – who benefits from their labor? Editor: It's interesting to think about that in relation to its historical context. Curator: Exactly. This image speaks to the social inequalities inherent in agrarian societies. What does their receding stance suggest to you? Editor: Perhaps the decline of this way of life, or maybe even a quiet act of resistance. Curator: Precisely. It invites us to reflect on the unsung stories of those who powered progress. Editor: That's given me a lot to think about. Thanks!