Churchyard by Moonlight c. 19th century

Editor: Here we have "Churchyard by Moonlight," created by Arnz & Co. It's quite striking, with that illuminated crucifix towering over the weathered gravestones. What stands out to you about its making? Curator: The lithographic process is key. Consider the division of labor within Arnz & Co., the specific stones used, the inks chosen to evoke this mood. How does the mass production via lithography affect our reading of this scene of death and remembrance? Editor: That’s fascinating. So, the commercial aspect influences the artistic interpretation? Curator: Precisely. The print's accessibility raises questions about its purpose: a devotional image, a memento mori for the masses, or simply a decorative item reflecting bourgeois sensibilities toward death? Editor: I hadn’t thought of it that way. Thanks, that gives me a lot to consider!