Oh great! Here's that rascal Léon picking up a woman! c. 19th century

Editor: So, this is "Oh great! Here's that rascal Léon picking up a woman!" by Paul Gavarni. It looks like a lithograph, a print from a drawing. I'm struck by how it seems to capture a moment of everyday life, but with a satirical twist. What's your interpretation? Curator: As a materialist, I see this print reflecting the burgeoning print culture of the 19th century and the increasing commodification of art. Gavarni mass-produced these images, catering to a growing consumer base eager for social commentary. Consider the labor involved in creating and distributing these prints. How does this context influence our reading of the scene depicted? Editor: That's interesting. It definitely changes how I see it, thinking about it as a mass-produced object reflecting social trends. Thanks for pointing that out! Curator: Exactly. By examining the means of production, we gain a deeper understanding of the artwork's relationship to its time.