Marriage of the Virgin 17th-18th century

Editor: Here we have Robert van Auden-Aerd's "Marriage of the Virgin", an etching and engraving. It has a sense of quiet solemnity. What do you find most striking about this piece? Curator: It’s the web of connections, isn't it? Look at how the artist uses line to suggest not just form, but also the unseen bonds. The sacred vows become almost palpable, etched into the very air. It’s like the artist is inviting us to witness a moment that transcends time. What do you make of the almost theatrical presentation? Editor: I hadn't considered the theatricality! It does feel staged, doesn't it? Almost like we’re peering into a holy play. Curator: Exactly! And that invites us to consider how performances of faith shape our own beliefs. Editor: I appreciate that--a new perspective on a classic subject.