Saint Sebastian c. 17th century

Editor: Here we have "Saint Sebastian," a drawing attributed to the School of Anthony van Dyck. I'm immediately struck by its dramatic intensity, even in this small scale. What do you see when you look at this piece? Curator: It whispers to me of unspoken stories, the kind that linger in the shadows. The composition, though seemingly classical, feels like a fragment of a dream, doesn't it? I'm drawn to the way the figures huddle together, a shared space of vulnerability and quiet resilience against the arrows of fate. What do you make of the angel up top? Editor: Good point, almost like an afterthought. I get a sense of tenderness despite the gravity. Thanks, I now see a narrative I didn't before. Curator: It's all about seeing with your heart, isn't it? The drawing almost seems to dare you to create your own ending.