Beeld van Vulcanus en Amor c. 1875 - 1900

This image captures a sculpture of Vulcan and Amor, made in an unknown time period by J. Loroy. It's difficult to tell from the photograph, but the original sculpture could have been carved in marble or perhaps cast in plaster. The sculpture depicts the Roman god Vulcan, who was a blacksmith, with his hand raised. Amor, the god of love, stands next to him, seemingly learning the craft. The process of carving stone is labor-intensive, requiring physical strength and a high level of skill. Even the process of making a plaster cast takes time and expertise. The artist would have needed to understand the properties of the material and how to manipulate it to achieve the desired form and texture. Whether fine art or craft, the skill and traditions embedded within the art making process, and the amount of time and labor required to produce it, are significant. Ultimately, this sculpture challenges traditional notions of art and labor, highlighting the artistic value of craft and the skilled work involved in creating beautiful objects.