A Horse Galloping to the Left 1590

Editor: This is "A Horse Galloping to the Left" by Antonio Tempesta, dating back to the late 16th or early 17th century. It's a print, and I'm struck by the sheer labor involved in creating such detail. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see a careful orchestration of material processes. The copperplate engraving suggests a system of artisanal production and distribution. How might the social status of Tempesta and his patrons impact the availability and consumption of these prints? Editor: That's interesting. So, the work itself becomes a commodity, reflecting broader economic systems of the time? Curator: Precisely! And the horse, a symbol of power and wealth, reinforces this connection to consumption and social hierarchy. Considering the printing process opens new avenues for understanding its cultural value. Editor: I hadn't considered the materiality quite like that before. Thanks!