2. Table II. Combination of the Features of the Majestic 

Editor: Here we have Alexander Cozens' "2. Table II. Combination of the Features of the Majestic," a delicate pencil drawing. It feels like a study, almost scientific in its precision. What can you tell me about the materials and process behind this work? Curator: Considering the material—pencil on paper—we must think about its accessibility. Cozens democratized art-making by using everyday materials, challenging the elitism of oil painting. How does this shift in material impact our understanding of 'majesty'? Editor: That's fascinating! I hadn't thought about how the simplicity of the materials relates to the subject. Curator: The use of pencil also speaks to the labor involved. Each line, carefully placed, reveals a deliberate and time-consuming process, a contrast to the supposed ease of "majesty." Editor: Seeing it as a product of labor, rather than just inspiration, really changes my perspective. Thanks for pointing that out. Curator: Indeed. By examining the means of production, we gain a deeper understanding of the artwork's cultural context and challenges to traditional artistic hierarchies.