La Gloria 1566

Editor: This is Cornelis Cort's "La Gloria," and it’s difficult to date. All those figures ascending, the details are just astonishing. I am curious, what stands out to you? Curator: I am drawn to the material and labor involved in producing prints like these. How did Cort’s engraving process impact the accessibility of religious imagery for the masses? Consider the economics of printmaking at the time. Editor: So, instead of focusing on the religious aspect, you're looking at its role in society through production and consumption? Curator: Precisely. And let’s not overlook the materiality of the print itself – the paper, the ink, the press. How do these factors influence our perception of "La Gloria"? Editor: That's fascinating. I hadn’t considered how the materials shaped the artwork's impact. Thanks!