Windows, Venice 19th-20th century

Editor: Here we have Denman Waldo Ross's "Windows, Venice," a pencil drawing with delicate, precise lines. The architecture feels quite grand, yet the medium renders it intimate. What do you see in this work? Curator: The drawing exemplifies a formal approach to architectural representation. Notice how Ross uses line weight and density to create depth and suggest form, yet the linear framework remains paramount. Consider how the repetitive archways are not just windows, but structural elements in a sophisticated composition. Editor: So it's less about the place and more about the structure of the image itself? Curator: Precisely. The fenestration serves as a motif, a study in line, shape, and the interplay of light and shadow inherent in the medium. I'm glad you noticed that, it's key to appreciating Ross's intention. Editor: I see it now. Thank you! Curator: My pleasure.