The article criticises an Ibsen tradition who has seen the last scene of Little Eyolf as a reconciliation.Instead, the article discusses the improbability Journal of a happy marriage characterised by social engagement.The play is open but it is hardly probable that Rita, with her erotic desire, and Allmers, whose desire has turned LADIES TOPS DAY into metaphysics, can be happy together.The arguments refer to inner criteria and the constantly present dramatic tradition.