Saint Bernard c. 15th century

Editor: We're looking at "Saint Bernard," an anonymous work held at the Harvard Art Museums. It has a simple, almost dreamlike quality. What do you see in this piece? Curator: Well, I see a quiet devotion, almost like a personal meditation. The figure of Saint Bernard, rendered with such stark lines, is kneeling. It's as if the artist is capturing a fleeting moment of spiritual connection, don't you think? Editor: Definitely! The stark lines give it that immediate feeling. It almost feels like a woodblock print? Curator: Yes, it does. And that simplicity is part of its power, it invites us to fill in the gaps with our own experiences. Almost like a visual haiku, wouldn't you say? Editor: Absolutely, I never thought of it that way. Thanks for your insights! Curator: My pleasure! It's amazing how much emotion a simple image can evoke.