Gluttony, from the series "The Seven Deadly Sins" early 20th century (original from c.1540)

Editor: This bronze relief is titled "Gluttony," part of "The Seven Deadly Sins" series, by an anonymous artist. It's fascinating how the figure, despite her wings, seems weighed down. What symbols stand out to you? Curator: The vessel she carries, overflowing perhaps? Think of the cornucopia, a symbol of abundance, here twisted to represent excess. And notice the wolf at her feet. What does that evoke for you? Editor: Maybe a link between human and animalistic appetites? It’s interesting how the artist uses these recurring images to make a powerful statement. Curator: Indeed. These symbols speak to a long history of understanding human nature and its temptations. They remind us that these struggles are timeless. Editor: This makes the artwork more relevant; it is like a visual language that transcends time.