Multiplication of the Loaves and the Fishes c. 16th century

Editor: This circular image, "Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes," is by an anonymous artist and held at the Harvard Art Museums. The lack of color gives it an ancient feel. I’m curious, what resonates with you most when you look at this piece? Curator: Oh, the loaves and fishes! It always strikes me as a testament to generosity. But beyond that, the composition, almost like a bustling marketplace scene captured in monochrome, draws my eye. Editor: A bustling market? Curator: Precisely! See how the figures are all interwoven? There's a sense of immediacy, of a miracle unfolding right before our eyes, and it makes me think about the human need for connection. What about you? What's your takeaway? Editor: I guess I didn't think of it like that before. I see it now. Thanks for illuminating this artwork.