Near Rome c. 19th century

Editor: So, this is E. de Schennis's print, "Near Rome." It's all in moody blacks and whites, but I can't quite put my finger on what's happening. What do you see in this piece that I might be missing? Curator: It whispers of timelessness, doesn't it? A lone figure amidst a landscape that feels both ancient and enduring. Imagine the artist, perhaps seeking solace, translating the Roman light into these intricate lines. Do you feel a connection to that solitude? Editor: I think so. It makes me wonder about what it must have been like to experience that time and place! Thanks for sharing your perspective. Curator: My pleasure! Perhaps it's a reminder that even amidst ruins, beauty persists.