The neighbor has her robe with big buttons: . . c. 19th century

Curator: This lithograph by Paul Gavarni, titled "The neighbor has her robe with big buttons," feels like a little snapshot of everyday life. The humor is quite subtle, don't you think? Editor: Definitely! It feels like a casual, almost voyeuristic scene. What catches your eye in this piece? Curator: It's the contrast. The man looks utterly exhausted, leaning on his shovel, while the woman is intensely focused, peeking through her spyglass. The title suggests she’s waiting for someone important, completely oblivious to the scene around her. Perhaps Gavarni is commenting on social climbing, or just poking fun at our obsessions. What do you think? Editor: I think it is really funny! All of this information adds a lot to my understanding of the artwork. Thanks! Curator: Absolutely! I love how art makes us question what we see every day.