Saint Norbert c. 17th century

Editor: Here we have Jacques Callot's "Saint Norbert," a small engraving. The scene feels so precise, almost like a miniature stage. What do you see in this tiny drama? Curator: It's a world in a walnut shell, isn't it? Callot captures a moment of divine investiture, Saint Norbert receiving the habit from the Virgin Mary. The architectural setting gives it a sense of timelessness, but I'm also struck by the delicate lines. It feels so intimate and yet so grand. The artist wants us to imagine a deep connection between the characters. Editor: I love the way you put that. I kept thinking about the lines and the characters. It is so powerful!