London from Greenwich c. 19th century

Editor: This is "London from Greenwich" by J.M.W. Turner. It's an etching, and the thin lines give it such a delicate feel. I am curious, what story do you think Turner is trying to tell here? Curator: Ah, Turner! He captures the light, but there's also a wistful melancholy. It's as if he's saying, "Look at this grand scene, but remember, all things fade." Do you see how the etching feels almost like a memory, not quite fully formed? Editor: Yes, now that you mention it, it does. The haziness adds to that feeling. Curator: Perhaps he's contemplating the fleeting nature of empire itself. That sense of impermanence gives the piece its real power. Editor: I see. It's like a beautiful postcard from a time that’s already slipping away. Thanks!