One of 28 slides of prints c. 20th century

Editor: This is "One of 28 slides of prints" by Josef Albers, part of the Harvard Art Museums collection. The labyrinthine design gives me a sense of being lost, yet also finding a strange kind of order. What visual symbols resonate with you? Curator: The repeating geometric shapes echo ancient labyrinths, evoking a sense of journey, both physical and psychological. The stark contrast between light and shadow may also suggest duality, the conscious and unconscious mind perhaps. What happens when you follow the path with your eyes? Editor: I keep getting led back to the center, as if the path is a metaphor for introspection. Curator: Precisely! Albers may be hinting at the cyclical nature of self-discovery, suggesting that we revisit and re-evaluate our inner selves continuously. Editor: I see that now; it's a fascinating interplay between order and the search for meaning. Curator: Indeed, it reminds us that even within rigid structures, there is room for exploration and personal interpretation.