A Sunlit Terrace, Capri 

Editor: Konstantin Gorbatov's "A Sunlit Terrace, Capri" captures such a dazzling scene with thick brushstrokes. I’m struck by how the sunlight filters through the pergola, creating such a play of light and shadow. How do you interpret this scene? Curator: The pillars themselves act as symbols, echoes of classical architecture, evoking ideas of history and enduring presence. Think of the long history of Capri itself, and how it has been a retreat for emperors and artists alike. Editor: So, these architectural elements aren't just features of the landscape, they are a connection to a legacy. Is that what you mean? Curator: Precisely! The dappled sunlight is doing a lot of symbolic work here too, wouldn’t you agree? The shadows could almost be transient memories or the shifting nature of experience, wouldn't you say? Light becomes an emblem of revelation. Editor: Yes, it gives it a dream-like quality. Almost like fragments of time pieced together on the canvas. What about the foliage? Curator: Notice how the verdant foliage spills over the pergola, teeming with life. It contrasts nicely with the rigid architecture, symbolizing nature's reclamation of these classical spaces. Life perseveres. How does the bright turquoise of the sea in the distance affect your viewing of this place? Editor: For me it contrasts the shadows, it enhances the idyllic mood, the sense of paradise. It gives the location a distinct feel, rooted in reality. It is not abstract. Curator: Well said. Through colour and architectural reference, this work uses its setting to stir something profound within us. It reminds us of the weight of our memories and histories in these special places. Editor: I see it now. Thank you!