Cattle Market in Leyden 1900

Editor: This is "Cattle Market in Leyden" by Max Liebermann, an etching. The stark lines and focus on the working class make me wonder about the artist's intentions. What stands out to you? Curator: It's intriguing to consider Liebermann's process. Etchings allowed for multiples, making art more accessible. How does this mass production change the reception and perceived value of the imagery of the cattle market? Editor: That’s a great point! I hadn't considered how the medium itself reflects on the subject matter and how it democratizes art. Curator: Indeed, it invites us to think about artmaking as a form of labor, mirroring the work depicted.