Letter H c. 16th century

Curator: Here at the Harvard Art Museums, we have a print called "Letter H," by an anonymous artist. Editor: Oh, it feels like something out of a medieval manuscript, so stark and ornate all at once. Curator: Yes, the black and white contrast is quite striking. Note how the letterform itself becomes a field for further embellishment. Editor: It's like the letter is blooming, trying to grow beyond its function. I like how the swirls create a rhythm, a dance of the eye. Curator: The composition, with its enclosed, almost claustrophobic space, certainly invites reflection. The piece embodies a careful balance between utility and pure aesthetic pleasure. Editor: Indeed. It's a tiny world of artistry, isn't it? Makes you think about the beauty hidden in the everyday. Curator: Precisely. A testament to the power of simple forms, skillfully executed.