The Two 1916

Editor: This etching, "The Two" by Anders Zorn, is really interesting! I’m struck by how Zorn uses these scratchy lines to create so much texture and shading. What is your take on it? Curator: The means of production are key here. Zorn, known for his skill, chose etching, a process demanding physical labor and chemical knowledge. How does this conscious selection of process inform the reading of the subjects depicted, particularly in the context of late 19th-century societal shifts and consumption patterns? Editor: That's a great question. Thanks!