Goldau c. 19th century

Editor: This is "Goldau" by John Cousen, a landscape drawing. It feels quite dramatic, almost ominous, with the looming mountains and the hint of a storm. What do you see in this piece? Curator: The symbolic weight here lies in the romanticized vision of nature. Notice how the artist uses light to create a sense of awe and even fear? It evokes the sublime, that feeling of being overwhelmed by nature's power. Consider how this image might tap into cultural anxieties about natural disasters or the fragility of human existence. Editor: That's fascinating, I hadn't thought about the cultural anxieties. Thanks for sharing that perspective! Curator: My pleasure! Reflecting on how artists visualize collective emotions helps us understand the human experience across time.