Num. XVI c. 16th century

Editor: So, this is Hans Holbein the Younger's "Num. XVI", a woodcut print. It’s pretty dramatic, with these figures on one side and what looks like…divine punishment on the other. What do you see going on here? Curator: It’s interesting, isn't it? Holbein really captures the chaos of the biblical story. Notice how he uses lines to create movement and intensity. The figures almost seem to be falling into the flames, driven by some unseen force. Do you think the landscape adds to that feeling? Editor: Absolutely, those mountains in the back feel like a judgmental backdrop to the destruction. I hadn’t picked up on the movement, thanks for pointing that out! Curator: It's all about seeing what resonates with you, isn't it? Holbein was a master of conveying emotion through visual storytelling.