Noah's Sacrifice c. 18th century

Curator: This engraving, "Noah's Sacrifice" by Domenico Cunego, presents a fascinating study in the social implications of art production. Note the labor involved in creating the print itself - the engraver's skill translating Michelangelo's vision. Editor: It's a really striking image, so classical in its style. What do you make of the composition? Curator: Consider the economic context: engravings like this disseminated art to a wider audience. What does it mean to reproduce a grand fresco for mass consumption, and how does that affect its cultural value? Editor: I never considered that aspect before. Thank you.