Patience, from the series "The Seven Virtues (seated, small, and round)" c. early 20th century

Editor: Here we have "Patience," part of "The Seven Virtues" series, it seems. It's a small, round bronze piece, created by an anonymous artist. I find its size almost ironic, considering the virtue it represents. What thoughts does it stir in you? Curator: Oh, its modesty is its power, wouldn’t you say? Think of patience as a seed, tiny yet holding the potential for a mighty oak. The anonymous artist invites us to hold this virtue in our hands, to contemplate its quiet strength. It feels deeply personal, a little secret almost. Editor: That’s a lovely way to think about it. I was so focused on the size as diminutive. Curator: Perhaps it suggests that even small acts of patience can ripple outwards, creating something monumental in time. The beauty of anonymity here is that it encourages us to find our own meaning, to cultivate our inner garden. It asks, "What does patience look like in your world?" Editor: That’s powerful. It makes me want to be more patient, and maybe start a garden. Thanks for this perspective. Curator: And thank you for seeing the potential in something so small.