Inscription; verso: blank page Possibly 1859

Editor: This is "Inscription; verso: blank page," by Benjamin Champney, created in 1817. It seems like just an old piece of paper with some writing on it. What do you see in this piece? Curator: The blank page itself is a potent symbol. It represents potential, a void waiting to be filled. The inscription grounds it, anchoring it to a time and place, North Conway, July 1817. What stories might that page have held? Editor: So, it's less about what *is* there and more about what *could* be? Curator: Exactly! It invites contemplation, prompting us to consider the ephemeral nature of memory and the enduring power of place. The artist's hand is a kind of historical fingerprint. It's fascinating. Editor: I never would have thought of it that way! Thanks for pointing that out. Curator: My pleasure! There is meaning to be found if we look closely.