I tell of my neighbors' surprise / My fortune in different times / And I am still finding its debris / In sweeping the five floors, p. 81 1852

Curator: Gavarni's print, titled "I tell of my neighbors' surprise / My fortune in different times / And I am still finding its debris / In sweeping the five floors, p. 81", shows a woman holding what appears to be a broom. Editor: Oh, the weight in her eyes is palpable! There's a weariness that speaks volumes about the labor she endures. Curator: Gavarni was known for depicting the lives of ordinary Parisians. I think that this reflects the often invisible, gendered labor that supports the city's infrastructure. Editor: Indeed. The text beneath evokes a story of lost fortune and societal debris. Considering Gavarni's background in fashion, is she a figure of commentary on the commodification of women's work? Curator: Perhaps. I think it highlights the way societal expectations and economic realities create a unique form of marginalization. Editor: It's a somber reflection, isn't it? A reminder of the stories etched into every corner we often overlook. Curator: Absolutely. It's a piece that asks us to look beyond the surface and consider the lives of those who keep the gears of society turning.