Jesus Among the Doctors c. 17th century

Editor: Here we have Jacques Callot's "Jesus Among the Doctors," a small but incredibly detailed print. All the figures and architecture create a very active composition. What cultural symbols do you see at play here? Curator: The radiant halo around Jesus immediately signifies divinity. But look at the doctors. Their expressions, gestures—they speak to the authority challenged by youthful wisdom. Can you feel the tension, the cultural memory of knowledge confronted by the new? Editor: I see it now! The halo isn't just decoration; it represents Jesus' unique authority. Thanks! Curator: Precisely. It is about the shifting sands of cultural memory and the enduring power of symbols.