Saint Agatho c. 17th century

Editor: This is Jacques Callot’s "Saint Agatho," a small etching. The stark lines and dramatic scene give it a very serious tone. What strikes you about this piece? Curator: Ah, Callot. His works always feel like tiny, intricate worlds, don't they? Here, I see a saint facing judgment. But it's more than that. Look at the executioner; he's almost a mirror image. Perhaps Callot’s suggesting we all carry the potential for both saintliness and cruelty. What do you think? Editor: That's a fascinating take! I hadn't considered the duality. It adds a whole new layer of complexity. Curator: Exactly! It reminds us that even in the darkest corners, there's always a flicker of light, waiting to be ignited.