Interior of Saint Peter's at the Jubilee in 1700, under Clement XII c. 1700

Curator: Editor: This etching by Johann Ulrich Kraus, depicting the Interior of Saint Peter's at the Jubilee in 1700, is incredibly detailed. The sheer number of people is striking. What stands out to you? Curator: The etching emphasizes the process of documenting a specific historical and religious event, the Jubilee. Note the artist's labor in reproducing the immense space and crowd, but also consider the labor of those who built and maintained St. Peter's. How does this focus on production change your understanding? Editor: I hadn't considered the labor aspect so directly, but now I see how the image highlights the sheer scale of human effort involved, both in creating the space and in filling it. Thanks for sharing your insight. Curator: It's crucial to remember that art isn't just about aesthetics, but also about the means and social context of its creation.