"Quos Ego" Neptune Quelling the Storm 1752

Editor: This is "Quos Ego" Neptune Quelling the Storm, a print by Jean Daullé. It feels so dynamic, with all the figures in motion. What stands out to you? Curator: It's fascinating how Daullé reproduces a painting through the labor-intensive printmaking process. Consider the copper plate, the tools, the physical effort required to create this image for mass consumption. Editor: Mass consumption? Curator: Yes, prints democratized art. How does the shift in medium – from paint to print – change our understanding of the artwork’s value and accessibility? Editor: I see your point. It makes me rethink the social impact of art production. Curator: Exactly! This print highlights the intersection of artistic skill, industrial techniques, and the broadening of the art market. Editor: I hadn't considered the material production process so deeply. Thanks!