Burial of Aaron (Number XX, 28), Illustration from Bible. Nuremberg, Koberger, 1483 c. 15th century

Curator: This woodcut, *Burial of Aaron*, presents a fascinating glimpse into the material culture of the late 15th century. Notice the texture of the paper, the density of the ink, and the hand-coloring. The production of this image involved multiple artisans and a complex process of labor. Editor: It's interesting how the process of making the image relates to the subject matter. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Well, how the image was crafted informs the content, challenging notions of artistic genius. The biblical scene becomes a commodity, reproduced for mass consumption. The value lies not just in the image itself, but in the materials and labor required to produce it. Editor: I see what you mean. So, the act of creating and distributing this image is as important as the story it tells. It really makes you think about the role of art in society.