Fotoreproductie van een prent van een scene uit Hermann und Dorothea, voorstellende Hermann en Dorothea tijdens een wandeling c. 1875 - 1885

This anonymous print depicts a scene from "Hermann und Dorothea," showing the eponymous couple during a walk, and the embrace that binds them. The embrace, a symbol of connection and solace, echoes through art history. Consider its recurrence: from ancient funerary steles where it signifies farewell and enduring affection, to Renaissance paintings where embraces mark reconciliation or sacred union. Here, the embrace transcends mere affection; it speaks of shared destinies, mutual support amidst upheaval. In a world marked by migration and uncertainty, the act of embracing emerges as a powerful assertion of human solidarity and enduring love. It’s a poignant gesture, capable of stirring deep-seated memories and emotions within us all.